Movie

Ratcatcher

★ 7.1(244)19991h 34m

Ratcatcher is streaming on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel and HBO Max in United States, and available to rent or buy on Fandango At Home. Availability checked 20 June 2026.

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Director: Lynne Ramsay
Release date: 1999-11-12
Runtime: 1h 34m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Pathé

Ratcatcher — trailer

About Ratcatcher

Ratcatcher is a 1999 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Lynne Ramsay, starring William Eadie, Tommy Flanagan and Mandy Matthews. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.1/10 from 244 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Ratcatcher in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

James Gillespie is 12 years old. The world he knew is changing. Haunted by a secret, he has become a stranger in his own family. He is drawn to the canal where he creates a world of his own. He finds an awkward tenderness with Margaret Anne, a vulnerable 14 year old expressing a need for love in all the wrong ways, and befriends Kenny, who possesses an unusual innocence in spite of the harsh surroundings.

Cast

William Eadie

James

Tommy Flanagan

Mandy Matthews

Michelle Stewart

Ellen

Lynne Ramsay Jr.

Anne Marie

Leanne Mullen

Margaret Anne

John Miller

Kenny

Jackie Quinn

Mrs Quinn

James Ramsay

Mr Quinn

Anne McLean

Mrs Fowler

Craig Bonar

Matt Monroe

Andrew McKenna

Billy

Themes & keywords

scotlandglasgow, scotland1970sneighborcanalwoman directorescapism

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Ratcatcher in United States?+

In United States, you can stream Ratcatcher on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel and HBO Max. It's also available to rent or buy on Fandango At Home.

Is Ratcatcher on Netflix?+

Ratcatcher is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel and HBO Max.

How long is Ratcatcher?+

Ratcatcher has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

Who stars in Ratcatcher?+

Ratcatcher stars William Eadie, Tommy Flanagan, Mandy Matthews, Michelle Stewart and Lynne Ramsay Jr..

When did Ratcatcher come out?+

Ratcatcher is a 1999 movie directed by Lynne Ramsay.

What genre is Ratcatcher?+

Ratcatcher is Drama film.

Who directed Ratcatcher?+

Ratcatcher was directed by Lynne Ramsay.