Contraband (2012)
A former smuggler re-enters a gritty underworld of crime and violence to protect his family.
When his brother-in-law runs afoul of a drug lord, family man Chris Farraday turns to a skill he abandoned long ago—smuggling—to repay the debt. But the job goes wrong, and Farraday finds himself wanted by cops, crooks and killers alike.
How intense is Contraband?
Contraband is not scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Contraband feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulpulpyhigh octane
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Contraband
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Contraband for you?
Is Contraband scary?
No. Contraband is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Contraband gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Contraband sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Contraband OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Contraband?
Contraband runs 1h 49m.
Where can I stream Contraband?
Contraband is streaming on Netflix and Starz.
Does Contraband have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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