Pontypool (2009)
Overview
When disc jockey Grant Mazzy reports to his basement radio station in the Canadian town of Pontypool, he thinks it's just another day at work. But when he hears reports of a virus that turns people into zombies, Mazzy barricades himself in the radio booth and tries to figure out a way to warn his listeners about the virus and its unlikely mode of transmission.
Where to watch Pontypool
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Philo | — | — |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Icon Film | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Crave, Lionsgate+ | — | — |
| Ireland | Plex | — | Apple TV |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Netherlands | Film1, KPN, FEAR | — | — |
| South Korea | Watcha | wavve | — |
| Poland | FILMBOX+ Stream, CDA | — | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Pontypool in 26 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Pontypool about?
When disc jockey Grant Mazzy reports to his basement radio station in the Canadian town of Pontypool, he thinks it's just another day at work. But when he hears reports of a virus that turns people into zombies, Mazzy barricades himself in the radio booth and tries to figure out a way to warn his listeners about the virus and its unlikely mode of transmission. Pontypool is a Horror, Mystery, Science Fiction movie, released on 2009-03-06, runtime 96 minutes.
Is Pontypool worth watching?
TMDB users rate Pontypool 6.5 out of 10 from 749 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Pontypool?
In the United States, Pontypool streams on Philo. The table on this page lists 7 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Bruce McDonald
Cast
- Stephen McHattie as Grant Mazzy
- Lisa Houle as Sydney Briar
- Georgina Reilly as Laurel-Ann Drummond
- Hrant Alianak as Dr. Mendez
- Rick Roberts as Ken Loney (voice)
- Daniel Fathers as Nigel Healing
- Beatriz Yuste as Nancy Freethy
- Boyd Banks as Jay (Osama)
- Hannah Fleming as Maureen (Farraj)
- Laura Nordin as Spooky Woman
- Rachel Burns as Colleen (Daud)
- Tony Burgess as Tony (Lawrence)
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Sources
Details and the 6.5/10 rating from Pontypool on TMDB, also on IMDb. Back to Movie World.