Pike River Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Amy Renner

Last modified: Dec. 17, 2025

Pike River

Coming Out: Friday, January 30, 2026 Limited Friday, January 30, 2026 VOD / Digital

Director: Rob Sarkies

Starring: Melanie Lynskey • Robyn Malcolm • Erroll Shand • Madeleine McCarthy • Ben Porter

N/A Biography N/A

67% WILL SEE 33% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: The incredible true story of two women whose friendship empowered them to fight for justice after the Pike River Mine Tragedy took the lives of 29 men underground.

Biography Drama Thriller

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67% of people who rated this movie are planning to watch it.

33% of people have indicated they do not plan to see this movie.

Who stars in Pike River – Cast List

Melanie Lynskey
Touchback, Don't Look Up
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Robyn Malcolm
Boogeyman
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Erroll Shand
The Justice of Bunny King
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Madeleine McCarthy
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Ben Porter

Who is making Pike River – Crew List

Director: Rob Sarkies
Screenwriters: —

Studio: Brainstorm Media
Production Companies: —

Production – What we know about the Pike River

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

May 2025

Completed

Changed Pike River movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: N/A Not available
Runtime: N/A
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

Pike River Trailers and Clips

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Pike River Release Date: When is the film coming out?

Pike River is scheduled for release in limited movie theaters on Friday, January 30 , 2026. There are 17 17 other movies scheduled for release on the same date, including Send Help, Iron Lung and Melania. As a limited release, Pike River will be shown in select movie theaters in major markets. Check local listings to see if the film is playing in your area.