Movie

The Limits of Control

“For every way in, there is another way out.”

★ 6.0(318)20091h 56m

The Limits of Control is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home in United States. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 21 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Jim Jarmusch
Release date: 2009-05-01
Runtime: 1h 56m
Language: Arabic
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: PointBlank Films

The Limits of Control — trailer

About The Limits of Control

The Limits of Control is a 2009 movie in the Crime, Drama and Mystery genres, directed by Jim Jarmusch, starring Isaach de Bankolé, Alex Descas and Jean-François Stévenin. It has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 318 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Limits of Control in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A mysterious stranger works outside the law and keeps his objectives hidden, trusting no one. While his demeanor is paradoxically focused and dreamlike all at once, he embarks on a journey that not only takes him across Spain, but also through his own consciousness.

Cast

Isaach de Bankolé

Lone Man

Alex Descas

Creole

Jean-François Stévenin

French

Óscar Jaenada

Waiter

Luis Tosar

Violin

Paz de la Huerta

Nude

Tilda Swinton

Blonde

Youki Kudoh

Molecules

John Hurt

Guitar

Gael García Bernal

Mexican

Hiam Abbass

Driver

Bill Murray

American

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Limits of Control in United States?+

In United States, The Limits of Control is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is The Limits of Control on Netflix?+

The Limits of Control is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is The Limits of Control?+

The Limits of Control has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).

Who stars in The Limits of Control?+

The Limits of Control stars Isaach de Bankolé, Alex Descas, Jean-François Stévenin, Óscar Jaenada and Luis Tosar.

When did The Limits of Control come out?+

The Limits of Control is a 2009 movie directed by Jim Jarmusch.

What genre is The Limits of Control?+

The Limits of Control is Crime, Drama, Mystery and Thriller film.

Who directed The Limits of Control?+

The Limits of Control was directed by Jim Jarmusch.