The Messenger
“The Scars of War Will Last Forever.”
Where to watch The Messenger in United States
The Messenger is streaming on fuboTV, Philo, OVID, Fandor Amazon Channel, Cineverse and Cineverse Amazon Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 26 May 2026.
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 United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
The Messenger trailer
Overview
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.
Top 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
Gaius Charles
Recruiter Brown
Brendan Sexton III
Recruiter Olson
Peter Francis James
Dr. Grosso
Halley Feiffer
Marla Cohen
Peter Friedman
Mr. Cohen
Jeremy Strong
Returning Soldier
Fiona Dourif
Returning Soldier's Wife
Kevin Hagan
Mr. Flanigan
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Messenger in United States?+
In United States, you can stream The Messenger on fuboTV, Philo, OVID, Fandor Amazon Channel, Cineverse and Cineverse Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.
Is The Messenger on Netflix?+
The Messenger is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on fuboTV, Philo, OVID, Fandor Amazon Channel, Cineverse and Cineverse Amazon Channel.
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.
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