


District 9 at a glance
District 9 is a 2009 science fiction film, running 1h 52m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 15 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel.
Rated 15 in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 2009-08-05
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Genres
- Science Fiction
- Director
- Neill Blomkamp
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.5 / 10 · 10,782 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmThirty years ago, aliens arrive on Earth. Not to conquer or give aid, but to find refuge from their dying planet. Separated from humans in a South African area called District 9, the aliens are managed by Multi-National United, which is unconcerned with the aliens' welfare but will do anything to master their advanced technology. When a company field agent contracts a mysterious virus that begins to alter his DNA, there is only one place he can hide: District 9.
Cast
14 names
Sharlto CopleyWikus van de Merwe
Jason CopeChristopher Johnson / Grey Bradnam / Trent
Nathalie BolttSarah Livingstone - Sociologist
Sylvaine StrikeDr Katrina McKenzie
Elizabeth MkandawieInterviewee
John SumnerLes Feldman - MIL Engineer
William Allen YoungDirk Michaels
Nick BlakeFrancois Moraneu - CIV Engineer Team
Greg Melvill-SmithInterviewer
Robert HobbsRoss Pienaar
Vanessa HaywoodTania van de Merwe
Themba NkosiIntervieweeQuestions about District 9
Quick answersWhere can I watch District 9 in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, District 9 is listed on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is District 9 suitable for children?
District 9 is rated 15 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is District 9 about?
Thirty years ago, aliens arrive on Earth. Not to conquer or give aid, but to find refuge from their dying planet. Separated from humans in a South African area called District 9, the aliens are managed by Multi-National United, which is unconcerned with the aliens' welfare but will do anything to master their…
How long is District 9?
District 9 runs for 1h 52m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the District 9 trailer?
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