Matchstick Men (2003)
Kernel Score: 79% · 1,924 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Crime, Thriller
Released: 2003-09-12
Runtime: 116 minutes
Where to watch Matchstick Men
- Free with ads: Kanopy, The Roku Channel, Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
A phobic con artist and his protege are on the verge of pulling off a lucrative swindle when the con artist's teenage daughter arrives unexpectedly.
Matchstick Men parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Matchstick Men follows a phobic con artist pulling off swindles alongside his teenage daughter, involving crime, deception, and some mental health themes (OCD).
- Violence & scariness: A little — Minimal physical violence; conflict is largely psychological and criminal in nature.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Nicolas Cage as Roy Waller
- Sam Rockwell as Frank Mercer
- Alison Lohman as Angela
- Bruce Altman as Dr. Klein
- Bruce McGill as Chuck Frechette
- Jenny O'Hara as Mrs. Schaffer
- Steve Eastin as Mr. Schaffer
- Beth Grant as Laundry Lady
- Sheila Kelley as Kathy
- Fran Kranz as Slacker Boyfriend
Matchstick Men FAQ
Is Matchstick Men good?
Matchstick Men has a 79% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,924 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Matchstick Men?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, The Roku Channel and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Matchstick Men OK for kids?
Matchstick Men is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Matchstick Men follows a phobic con artist pulling off swindles alongside his teenage daughter, involving crime, deception, and some mental health themes (OCD).
What movies are like Matchstick Men?
If you liked Matchstick Men, try Turtles All the Way Down, Toc Toc, The Swindle and Election 2.