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A History of Violence

“Tom Stall had the perfect life...until he became a hero.”

★ 7.2(3,781)20051h 36m

A History of Violence is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max and Cinemax Apple TV Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Spectrum On Demand. Availability checked 23 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: David Cronenberg
Release date: 2005-09-23
Runtime: 1h 36m
Language: English
Box office: $61,477,797
Budget: $32,000,000
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: New Line Cinema

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About A History of Violence

A History of Violence is a 2005 movie in the Drama, Thriller and Crime genres, directed by David Cronenberg, starring Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello and Ed Harris. It has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 3,781 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A History of Violence in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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

Cast

Viggo Mortensen

Tom Stall / Joey Cusack

Maria Bello

Edie Stall

Ed Harris

Carl Fogarty

William Hurt

Richie Cusack

Ashton Holmes

Jack Stall

Peter MacNeill

Sheriff Sam Carney

Stephen McHattie

Leland

Greg Bryk

Billy

Kyle Schmid

Bobby

Sumela Kay

Judy Danvers

Gerry Quigley

Mick

Deborah Drakeford

Charlotte

Themes & keywords

small townherorobberyindiana, usadistrustphiladelphia, pennsylvaniadual identitydouble lifefightidentityself-defensemarriagedinermistaken identityfamily relationships

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A History of Violence in United States?+

In United States, you can stream A History of Violence on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max and Cinemax Apple TV Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Spectrum On Demand.

Is A History of Violence on Netflix?+

A History of Violence is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max and Cinemax Apple TV Channel.

How long is A History of Violence?+

A History of Violence has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Who stars in A History of Violence?+

A History of Violence stars Viggo Mortensen, Maria Bello, Ed Harris, William Hurt and Ashton Holmes.

When did A History of Violence come out?+

A History of Violence is a 2005 movie directed by David Cronenberg.

What genre is A History of Violence?+

A History of Violence is Drama, Thriller and Crime film.

Who directed A History of Violence?+

A History of Violence was directed by David Cronenberg.