The Substance (2024)
The Substance is streaming in Australia on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel.
The verdict
The Substance is a solid, watchable English film that mostly delivers on what it promises. It carries a 7.1/10 on TMDB across 6,473 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 141 minutes. In Australia you can stream it on HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel.
Should you spend 2h 21m on it?
2h 21m of English horror, leaning science fiction. With 6,473 ratings behind it, the number isn't going to move much — you know what you're getting.
Don't watch this if…
- you need something everyone can sit through. Rated R 18+
- you're after a gentle scare. It's rated R 18+
- Why
- It sits at 7.1/10 across 6,473 ratings: dependable, not remarkable.
- Skip if
- you want to sleep afterwards
- Best for
- A night you can give it your full attention
Story
A fading celebrity decides to use a black market drug, a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 21m |
| Watch with family? | R 18+ · Adults only |
| Genre | Horror / Science Fiction |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Coralie Fargeat
Cast
Where to watch in Australia
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 2026-09-20 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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