Monster's Ball
2001, English. Directed by Marc Forster.
A lifetime of change can happen in a single moment.
A prison guard begins a tentative romance with the unsuspecting widow of a man whose execution he presided over.
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 1,140 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Monster's Ball
Monster's Ball is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Marc ForsterDirector
- Billy Bob ThorntonHank Grotowski
- Heath LedgerSonny Grotowski
- Halle BerryLeticia Musgrove
- Sean CombsLawrence Musgrove
- Yasiin BeyRyrus Cooper
- Will RokosWarden Velesco
- Milo AddicaTommy Roulaine
- Coronji CalhounTyrell Musgrove
- Peter BoyleBuck Grotowski
- Taylor SimpsonLucille
- Gabrielle WitcherBetty
- Amber RulesVera
Details
- Released
- 26 December 2001
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Milo Addica, Will Rokos
- Budget
- $4M
- Box office
- $45M
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Monster's Ball: quick answers
Is Monster's Ball worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 1,140 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Monster's Ball?
Monster's Ball runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does Monster's Ball have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Monster's Ball. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Monster's Ball parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Monster's Ball is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Monster's Ball on?
Monster's Ball is streaming on Movie Sphere+ in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Monster's Ball?
If you liked Monster's Ball, try Jungle Fever, Newness, Love of Your Life.
Who directed Monster's Ball?
Monster's Ball (2001) was directed by Marc Forster and stars Billy Bob Thornton, Heath Ledger, Halle Berry.