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A History of Violence
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A History of Violence

Fri, Sep 23, 2005
  • Drama
  • Thriller
  • Crime
Film · Synopsis

Synopsis

An average family is thrust into the spotlight after the father commits a seemingly self-defense murder at his diner.

Trailer

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Release windows

When & where

US
  • In CinemasFri, Sep 23, 2005
  • PhysicalTue, Mar 14, 2006DVD & VHS
GB
  • In CinemasFri, Sep 30, 2005
  • Streaming / DigitalWed, Aug 7, 2024Netflix
  • PhysicalMon, Mar 20, 2006DVD
CA
  • In CinemasSat, Sep 10, 2005Toronto International Film Festival
AU
  • In CinemasThu, Feb 23, 2006Originally rated R18+
FR
  • In CinemasMon, May 16, 2005Cannes Film Festival
  • TVWed, Apr 22, 2026Canal+ Grand Écran
DE
  • In CinemasThu, Oct 13, 2005
  • PhysicalFri, Mar 24, 2006Warner DVD
JP
  • In CinemasSat, Mar 11, 2006
Where to watch

Streaming TBA

No streaming platforms confirmed yet. We’ll yell the moment one picks it up — make sure it’s on your deck.

Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • Viggo Mortensen
    Viggo Mortensen
    as Tom Stall / Joey Cusack
  • Maria Bello
    Maria Bello
    as Edie Stall
  • Ed Harris
    Ed Harris
    as Carl Fogarty
  • William Hurt
    William Hurt
    as Richie Cusack
  • Ashton Holmes
    Ashton Holmes
    as Jack Stall
  • Peter MacNeill
    Peter MacNeill
    as Sheriff Sam Carney
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