The Substance (2024)
English · Horror / Science Fiction · 141 min · C
★ 7.1 Solid 6,635 ratings
Released 19 Sept 2024
Page updated 22 Oct 2026
FilmyChill score
Critics are warmer than audiences.
Audience★ 7.1 from 6,635 ratings on TMDB
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The Substance is streaming in Mexico on Netflix, MUBI.
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 6,635 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 141 minutes. In Mexico you can stream it on Netflix, MUBI.
Should you spend 2h 21m on it?
2h 21m of English horror, leaning science fiction. With 6,635 ratings behind it, the number isn't going to move much — you know what you're getting.
- Why
- It sits at 7.1/10 across 6,635 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? | C · Adults only |
| Genre | Horror / Science Fiction |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Coralie Fargeat
Cast
Demi Moore
Elisabeth
Margaret Qualley
Sue
Dennis Quaid
Harvey
Edward Hamilton-Clark
Fred
Gore Abrams
Oliver
Oscar Lesage
Troy
Where to watch in Mexico
NetflixMUBI
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Rent or buy
Apple TV StoreAmazon Video
Availability as of 18 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: Everything new on Netflix · All Netflix titles in Mexico
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Frequently asked
Is The Substance worth watching?
FilmyChill Score: Worth a watch — Critics are warmer than audiences. It rates 7.1/10 on audience ratings. 2h 21m of English horror, leaning science fiction. With 6,635 ratings behind it, the number isn't going to move much — you know what you're getting.
Where can I watch The Substance?
You can stream The Substance in Mexico on Netflix, MUBI.
When is The Substance coming to streaming?
The Substance is already streaming in Mexico on Netflix, MUBI.
Is The Substance family friendly?
The Substance is rated C — aimed at adult audiences.
What language is The Substance in?
The Substance is an English film (Horror / Science Fiction).
How long is The Substance?
The Substance runs 2h 21m (141 minutes).
Who is in the cast of The Substance?
The Substance stars Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, Dennis Quaid and Edward Hamilton-Clark, directed by Coralie Fargeat.
When did The Substance come out?
The Substance was released on 19 Sept 2024.
