Daisy Ridleyis one of the biggest rising stars in British cinema. From her performance asRey in theStar Warssequel trilogyto her latest Disney+ effort as Gertrude Ederle in the biographical dramaYoung Woman and the Sea,Ridley has proven time and again ever since her debut just over a decade ago that she has the range and ability to lead stories from a small-budget indie to a big-budget blockbuster.
Now, Ridley is back with her latest venture, facing hertoughest challenge yet as an action actressin the upcoming thrillerCleaner. With early responses not shy of throwing praiseCleaner’s way, it seems this is one February flick you won’t want to miss, especially when considering the heartstopping trailer that was released two months ago. So, with all that in mind, here’s a look at exactly how you can watchCleaner.
When Is ‘Cleaner’ Released?
You can officially catchCleanerwhen it premieres on Friday, July 19, 2025. This is not the only big title to make its debut on this day, withOsgood Perkins' latest horror,The Monkeyfinally frightening audiences across the world on February 21.
Is ‘Cleaner’ Streaming?
Currently, there is no information regarding a streaming release forCleaner. However, as a product of Sky in the UK, and given their relationship with HBO, it is possible thatCleanercould someday make its way toMaxin the US. For now, you’ll have to wait for more information, so make sure to stay tuned to Collider when details emerge.
Before long,Cleanerwill also be released on digital. So fear not if your local theater isn’t showing the movie, as you’ll soon be able to settle into the best seat on the couch and indulge inCleaner’s chaos from the comfort of your own home. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
Is ‘Cleaner’ Released in Theaters?
Yes! Although scheduled for a limited release, the only way you’ll be able to catchCleanerin all its stunt-filled glory is on the big screen.Cleanerwill join animpressive February box officethat already includes the likes ofCaptain America: Brave New World, Paddington in Peru, and brand-new rom-com/slasher hybrid,Heart Eyes.
Find Showtimes For ‘Cleaner’
To find out ifCleaneris showing in a theater near you, check out the handy links below:
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Watch the ‘Cleaner’ Trailer
Released on June 27, 2025, thefull trailer forCleaneris available to watch above.Packed with tense action, theCleanertrailer gives fans of Ridley their best chance yet to see her in action as theformer soldier-turned-window cleaner as shewipes the floorwith her foes. In fact, so action-packed isCleanerthat Ridley has already declared it the “toughest action” she’s ever done. In an interview with Collider’sSteve Weintraubat SXSW, Ridley said, “I would say this is probably the toughest action I’ve done.I have two big fights, and it was interesting because we were trying to research really good female action, like women fighting women.” She then added, “It’s not that easy to come by.Atomic Blondeis a good recent one and there are bits and bobs, but the intention of the stunt team, and Martin, and me was that the fights would be just as brutal between me and the woman I fight, and then between me and the guy I fight.”
Alas,Cleanercan’t simply rely on the talents of Ridley, with an array of other industry experts applying their craft to this fast-paced flick. Alongside Ridley in the cast ofCleanerare the likes ofClive Owen, Taz Skylar, Flavia Watson,and Rufus Jones, with the trio ofSimon Uttley, Paul Andrew Williams,andMatthew Ortonbehind the script andMartin Campbelldirecting. Can they pull off a successful action thriller? Yes, if early responses are to be believed. InMaggie Lovitt’s review for Collider, she said “Cleanerhas a lot of compelling storylines, action sequences, and intention,” and also added, “Daisy Ridley proves she has the charm and star power to make even the shakiest scripts a thoroughly enjoyable watch.” Not just keen to praise Ridley, Lovitt also declared Skylar’s performance a huge plus for Cleaner, saying:
“Skylar gives a real dynamite performance inCleaner, hot on the heels of his stand-out performance as Sanji in Netflix’s critically acclaimed live-action adaptation ofOne Piece. He brilliantly toes the line between Noah’s cool and calculated demeanor, which masks the desperate madness driving his actions. He is an unrepentant villain in the film, butSkylar leaves room for audiences to question what drove him to the breaking pointwhere radical activism was his only remaining option.”
An official synopsis forCleanerreads:
“Set in present-day London, a group of radical activists take over an energy company’s annual gala, seizing 300 hostages to expose the corruption of the hosts. Their just cause is hijacked by an extremist within their ranks, who is ready to murder everyone in the building to send his anarchic message to the world. It falls to an ex-soldier turned window cleaner, played by Ridley, suspended 50 stories up on the outside of the building, to save those trapped inside, including her younger brother.”
