The Substance (2024)
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The Substance is streaming in India on MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel.
What the audience says
The Substance is a solid, watchable English film that mostly delivers on what it promises. It carries a 7.1/10 on TMDB across 6,544 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack.
Should you spend 2h 21m on it?
2h 21m of English horror, leaning science fiction, adults only. With 6,544 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 A
- you're after a gentle scare. It's rated A
- Why
- It sits at 7.1/10 across 6,544 ratings: dependable, not remarkable.
- Skip if
- you want to sleep afterwards
- Best for
- Watching alone or with someone who won't talk through it
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? | A · Adults only |
| Genre | Horror / Science Fiction |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Coralie Fargeat
Cast
Where to watch in India
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 4 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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