---
title: "Cleaner"
year: 2025
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/cleaner-2025"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1125899
imdb_id: "tt27812086"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 97
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 618
content_rating: "R"
---

# Cleaner (2025) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/cleaner-2025

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film Cleaner is an action-packed story that takes place in a high-stakes environment. A group of radical activists have taken over an energy company's annual gala, resulting in a large number of hostages being seized. The situation becomes even more complex when an individual with a unique profession becomes involved. An ex-soldier who now works as a window cleaner is in a precarious position, suspended outside the building where the gala is being held. This character has a personal connection to someone trapped inside, which adds an extra layer of urgency to the situation. The window cleaner's older brother is among those being held, making the situation even more critical. The story unfolds as the window cleaner must find a way to save those trapped inside, including their brother. The film's plot is driven by the need to rescue the hostages and resolve the crisis.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An ex-soldier suspended fifty storeys up must save hostages from radical activists."

### Why Watch
- features high stakes action
- directed by martin campbell

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains intense hostage situations
- rated r for content
- Tone & Suitability: This film carries an r rating for adult content and action violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, thriller, suspenseful

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max, Cinemax Apple TV Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Now TV Cinema | None | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Basic with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Martin Campbell
- **Networks / Studios**: Anton, Qwerty Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Daisy Ridley** as *Joey Locke*
- **Taz Skylar** as *Noah Santos / Lucas Vander*
- **Matthew Tuck** as *Michael Locke*
- **Flavia Watson** as *Zee*
- **Ruth Gemmell** as *Claire Hume*
- **Clive Owen** as *Marcus Blake*
- **Rufus Jones** as *Geoffrey Milton*
- **Lee Boardman** as *Gerald Milton*
- **Richard Hope** as *Alistair Lawson*
- **Stella Stocker** as *Jennifer Fields*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Cleaner released?
Cleaner was released in 2025.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Martin Campbell.

### Q: Who stars in Cleaner?
The cast includes Daisy Ridley, Taz Skylar, Clive Owen, and Poppy Townsend White.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 37 minutes.

### Q: What is the basic premise?
Radical activists take over a gala and seize hostages, prompting an ex-soldier window cleaner to save those trapped inside.

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