---
title: "Rollerball"
year: 2002
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/rollerball-2002"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 11535
imdb_id: "tt0246894"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 98
community_rating: 3.9
vote_count: 526
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Rollerball (2002) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/rollerball-2002

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Rollerball is a film first released in 2002. Catalogued under Action, Science Fiction, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Atlas Entertainment, TOHO-TOWA, Mosaic Media Group. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Three athletes battle in a deadly, high‑speed sport while a ruthless promoter pushes them onward."

### Why Watch
- Intense futuristic sport sequences
- Strong cast including Chris Klein and Jean Reno
- Fast‑paced action

### Caveats & Content Note
- Received negative reviews and performed poorly at the box office
- PG‑13 rating limits graphic intensity
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s violent competition and ruthless themes make it suited for teen and adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: action, thriller, sports, high-octane, grim

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, MGM Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | YouTube Free, Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: John McTiernan
- **Networks / Studios**: Atlas Entertainment, TOHO-TOWA, Mosaic Media Group

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Chris Klein** as *Jonathan Cross*
- **LL Cool J** as *Marcus Ridley*
- **Rebecca Romijn** as *Aurora*
- **Naveen Andrews** as *Sanjay*
- **Jean Reno** as *Alexi Petrovich*
- **Oleg Taktarov** as *Denekin*
- **David Hemblen** as *Serokin*
- **Eugene Lipinski** as *Yuri Kotlev*
- **Frank Ferrara Sr.** as *Assistant Gold Coach*
- **Janet Wright** as *Coach Olga*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What sport is featured in Rollerball?
The film centers on a dangerous, futuristic sport called Rollerball.

### Q: Who are the main characters?
The story follows Jonathan, Marcus, and Aurora as they compete in the sport.

### Q: Who portrays the promoter Alexi Petrovich?
The promoter Alexi Petrovich is depicted as a cruel, vindictive figure in the story.

### Q: When was Rollerball released?
It was released in the United States on February 8, 2002.

### Q: What rating does the film have?
Rollerball is rated PG‑13.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Rollerball — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/11535)
- [Rollerball (2002 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rollerball_(2002_film))
- [Rollerball (2002) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/6649-rollerball/prehled/)
- [Rollerball (2002)](https://www.sms.cz/film/rollerball)

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