
The Art of Self-Defense
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Art of Self-Defense
- Genres: Comedy, Thriller, Drama, Mystery
- Release Date: 2019-07-12
- Runtime: 104 minutes
- Rating: 6.6/10 (751 votes)
- Budget: $1,800,000
- Revenue: $2,400,000
- Production Companies: End Cue
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 5.622
- Languages: English, French, German, Spanish
Cast & Crew

Jesse Eisenberg
as Casey

Alessandro Nivola
as Sensei

Imogen Poots
as Anna

Steve Terada
as Thomas

David Zellner
as Henry

Phillip Andre Botello
as Kennith

Jason Burkey
as Alex

Mike Brooks
as Steve

C.J. Rush
as Other Steve

Davey Johnson
as Gun Store Owner
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Trailers & Clips
Punch with Your Foot
Really Glad You're Here
You Came to the Right Place
Sensei
Special Belts
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Art of Self-Defense?▼
The Art of Self-Defense is a Comedy, Thriller, Drama, Mystery movie directed by . It was released on 2019-07-12.
Who are the main actors in The Art of Self-Defense?▼
The main cast includes Jesse Eisenberg, Alessandro Nivola, Imogen Poots, Steve Terada, David Zellner, .
Where can I watch The Art of Self-Defense online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Art of Self-Defense is available.
Is The Art of Self-Defense based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Art of Self-Defense?▼
The Art of Self-Defense has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 751 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Art of Self-Defense?▼
The movie had a production budget of $1,800,000 and earned $2,400,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Art of Self-Defense?▼
The soundtrack was composed by End Cue. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Art of Self-Defense filmed?▼
The Art of Self-Defense was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Art of Self-Defense?▼
The total runtime of The Art of Self-Defense is 104 minutes.
Is The Art of Self-Defense suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Art of Self-Defense?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Art of Self-Defense.
Does The Art of Self-Defense have a post-credit scene?▼
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