The Art of Self-Defense
2019, English. Directed by Riley Stearns.
Casey is attacked at random on the street and enlists in a local dojo led by a charismatic and mysterious Sensei in an effort to learn how to defend himself. What he uncovers is a sinister world of fraternity, violence and hypermasculinity and a woman fighting for her place in it.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 886 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Details
- Released
- 12 July 2019
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Riley Stearns
- Budget
- $1.8M
- Box office
- $2.4M
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The Art of Self-Defense: quick answers
Is The Art of Self-Defense worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 886 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Art of Self-Defense?
The Art of Self-Defense runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does The Art of Self-Defense have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Art of Self-Defense. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Art of Self-Defense parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Art of Self-Defense is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Art of Self-Defense on?
The Art of Self-Defense isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Art of Self-Defense?
If you liked The Art of Self-Defense, try Medusa Deluxe, The Last Supper, A Film with Me in It.
Who directed The Art of Self-Defense?
The Art of Self-Defense (2019) was directed by Riley Stearns and stars Jesse Eisenberg, Alessandro Nivola, Imogen Poots.