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The Substance(2024)

2h 21mHorror, Science Fiction, ThrillerEnglish
7.1/10
6,058 user ratings

Have you ever dreamt of a better version of yourself?

Overview

A fading celebrity decides to use a black market drug, a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself.

Director

Coralie Fargeat

Studio

Working Title Films

Budget

$18M

Revenue

$77M

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Cast

Demi Moore

Demi Moore

as Elisabeth

Margaret Qualley

Margaret Qualley

as Sue

Dennis Quaid

Dennis Quaid

as Harvey

Edward Hamilton-Clark

Edward Hamilton-Clark

as Fred

Gore Abrams

Gore Abrams

as Oliver

Oscar Lesage

Oscar Lesage

as Troy

Christian Erickson

Christian Erickson

as Man at Diner

Robin Greer

Robin Greer

as Male Nurse

Tom Morton

Tom Morton

as Doctor

Hugo Diego Garcia

Hugo Diego Garcia

as Diego - Boyfriend

Daniel Knight

Daniel Knight

as Casting Director

Jonathon Carley

Jonathon Carley

as Assistant Casting Director

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Movie Facts

Release Year

2024

Runtime

2h 21m

Language

English

Rating

7.1 / 10

Budget

$18M

Box Office

$77M

Production Companies

Working Title Films • Blacksmith • Working Title Films

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Where can I watch The Substance?

Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Substance (2024).

What is The Substance about?

A fading celebrity decides to use a black market drug, a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself.

Who directed The Substance?

The Substance was directed by Coralie Fargeat and released in 2024. It is a horror, science fiction, thriller film.

How long is The Substance?

The Substance has a runtime of 2 hours and 21 minutes (141 minutes total).

Who stars in The Substance?

The cast of The Substance includes Demi Moore as Elisabeth, Margaret Qualley as Sue, Dennis Quaid as Harvey, Edward Hamilton-Clark as Fred, Gore Abrams as Oliver and more.

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