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Choke

2008·Movie·R·92 min·6.1(440)

If this movie doesn’t touch you, go ahead and touch yourself.

A sex-addicted con-man pays for his mother's hospital bills by playing on the sympathies of those who rescue him from choking to death.

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Where to watch Choke in United States

Click a service to open Choke there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.

Where is Choke streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomDisney PlusApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store
AustraliaDisney PlusApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceAmazon Video, VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max
SpainDisney PlusApple TV Store
JapanAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD

About Choke

Choke is a 2008 English-language comedy and drama film directed by Clark Gregg. The cast is led by Sam Rockwell, Anjelica Huston, Kelly Macdonald. It has a runtime of 1h 32m. Viewers rate it 6.1/10 across 400 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

Choke was produced by Fox Searchlight Pictures, Choke Film, and Dune Entertainment III and made in United States of America. It was released on September 26, 2008, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $3 million, it went on to gross $4 million worldwide.

Director
Clark Gregg
Writers
Clark Gregg
Release date
September 26, 2008
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$3 million
Box office
$4 million
Production
Fox Searchlight Pictures, Choke Film, Dune Entertainment III
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Choke cast & crew

Choke was directed by Clark Gregg and written by Clark Gregg.

The cast features Sam Rockwell as Victor Mancini, Anjelica Huston as Ida J. Mancini, Kelly Macdonald as Paige Marshall, Brad William Henke as Denny, Clark Gregg as Lord High Charlie, and Bijou Phillips as Ursula.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Nathan Larson, cinematography is by Tim Orr, and it was produced by Mike S. Ryan and Temple Fennell.

Is Choke worth watching?

Choke holds an audience score of 6.1/10 from 440 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.

At 1h 32m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy comedy and drama, Choke is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Choke

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Cast of Choke

Sam Rockwell

Sam Rockwell

Victor Mancini

Anjelica Huston

Anjelica Huston

Ida J. Mancini

Kelly Macdonald

Kelly Macdonald

Paige Marshall

Brad William Henke

Brad William Henke

Denny

Clark Gregg

Clark Gregg

Lord High Charlie

Bijou Phillips

Bijou Phillips

Ursula

Gillian Jacobs

Gillian Jacobs

Cherry Daiquiri / Beth

Jonah Bobo

Jonah Bobo

Young Victor

Paz de la Huerta

Paz de la Huerta

Nico

Viola Harris

Viola Harris

Eva Muller

Joel Grey

Joel Grey

Phil

Heather Burns

Heather Burns

Internet Date / Gwen

Choke — FAQs

Where can I watch Choke in United States?

Choke is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads in United States.

Is Choke on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Choke is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Choke in?

Choke is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Choke?

Choke runs 1 hours 32 minutes (92 minutes).

What is Choke rated?

Choke is rated R. It holds a 6.1/10 audience score from 440 ratings.

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