The Amateur

Don't underestimate him.

20252h 3m6.9(1,794 votes)

ThrillerAction

Synopsis

After his life is turned upside down when his wife is killed in a London terrorist attack, a brilliant but introverted CIA decoder takes matters into his own hands when his supervisors refuse to take action.

The Amateur (2025) is a thriller and action film directed by James Hawes. It stars Rami Malek, Holt McCallany, and Danny Sapani. The film runs for 2 hours 3 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.9 out of 10 from 1,794 votes.

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Director

James Hawes

Cast

Rami Malek

Heller

Holt McCallany

Director Moore

Danny Sapani

Caleb

Rachel Brosnahan

Sarah

Michael Stuhlbarg

Schiller

Laurence Fishburne

Henderson

Julianne Nicholson

Director O'Brien

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Where can I watch The Amateur?

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Who stars in The Amateur?

The Amateur stars Rami Malek, Holt McCallany, Danny Sapani, and Rachel Brosnahan, and was directed by James Hawes.

How long is The Amateur?

The Amateur has a runtime of 2 hours 3 minutes.

When did The Amateur come out?

The Amateur was released in 2025.

What genre is The Amateur?

The Amateur is a thriller and action film.

Is The Amateur worth watching?

The Amateur holds an average audience score of 6.9 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.