Pontypool
“Shut up or die.”
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 in United States
PhiloClick a service to open Pontypool there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Pontypool streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Philo | — |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Icon Film Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Crave, CBC Gem, CTV | — |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video |
| Spain | Dizi Amazon Channel | — |
| South Korea | Watcha, FilmBox+ | wavve |
About Pontypool
Pontypool is a 2009 English-language horror, mystery and science fiction film directed by Bruce McDonald. The cast is led by Stephen McHattie, Lisa Houle, Georgina Reilly. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 700 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Philo.
Pontypool was produced by Ponty Up Pictures and Shadow Shows and made in Canada. It was released on March 6, 2009, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $2 million, it went on to gross $0 million worldwide.
- Director
- Bruce McDonald
- Writers
- Tony Burgess
- Release date
- March 6, 2009
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Canada
- Budget
- $2 million
- Box office
- $0 million
- Production
- Ponty Up Pictures, Shadow Shows
Pontypool cast & crew
Pontypool was directed by Bruce McDonald and written by Tony Burgess.
The cast features 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), and Daniel Fathers as Nigel Healing.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Claude Foisy, cinematography is by Mirosław Baszak, and it was produced by Henry Cole and J. Miles Dale.
Is Pontypool worth watching?
Pontypool holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 707 ratings, a solidly received horror films.
At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy horror, mystery, and science fiction, Pontypool is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Pontypool
Stephen McHattie
Grant Mazzy
Lisa Houle
Sydney Briar
Georgina Reilly
Laurel-Ann Drummond
Hrant Alianak
Dr. Mendez
Rick Roberts
Ken Loney (voice)
Daniel Fathers
Nigel Healing
Beatriz Yuste
Nancy Freethy
Boyd Banks
Jay (Osama)
Hannah Fleming
Maureen (Farraj)
Laura Nordin
Spooky Woman
Rachel Burns
Colleen (Daud)
Tony Burgess
Tony (Lawrence)
Pontypool — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Pontypool in United States?
Pontypool is streaming on Philo in United States.
▸Is Pontypool on Philo?
Yes — Pontypool is currently available on Philo in United States.
▸What language is Pontypool in?
Pontypool is originally in English, with audio tracks including Armenian, English, French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Pontypool?
Pontypool runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).
▸What is Pontypool rated?
Pontypool is rated NR. It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 707 ratings.
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