Movie

The Messenger

“The Scars of War Will Last Forever.”

★ 6.8(482)20091h 53m

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Good to know

Director: Oren Moverman
Release date: 2009-11-13
Runtime: 1h 53m
Language: English
Box office: $1,595,417
Budget: $6,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Oscilloscope

The Messenger — trailer

About The Messenger

The Messenger is a 2009 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Oren Moverman, starring Ben Foster, Woody Harrelson and Jena Malone. It has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 482 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Messenger in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Will Montgomery, a U.S. Army Staff Sergeant who has returned home from Iraq, is assigned to the Army’s Casualty Notification service. Montgomery is partnered with Captain Tony Stone, to give notice to the families of fallen soldiers. The Sergeant is drawn to Olivia Pitterson, to whom he has delivered news of her husband’s death.

Cast

Ben Foster

Will Montgomery

Woody Harrelson

Tony Stone

Jena Malone

Kelly

Eamonn Walker

Stuart Dorsett

Samantha Morton

Olivia Pitterson

Steve Buscemi

Dale Martin

Dale Soules

Cashier

Stevie Ray Dallimore

Kelly's Father

Michael Chernus

Alan

Yaya DaCosta

Monica Washington

Marceline Hugot

Mrs. Flanigan

Lindsay Michelle Nader

Claire

Themes & keywords

bereavementwoundedsoldieriraq warcasualty of warwar widow

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Messenger in Mexico?+

The Messenger is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Messenger on Netflix?+

The Messenger is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Messenger?+

The Messenger has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

Who stars in The Messenger?+

The Messenger stars Ben Foster, Woody Harrelson, Jena Malone, Eamonn Walker and Samantha Morton.

When did The Messenger come out?+

The Messenger is a 2009 movie directed by Oren Moverman.

What genre is The Messenger?+

The Messenger is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed The Messenger?+

The Messenger was directed by Oren Moverman.