The Lazarus Effect (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 3.9
Released in 2010, The Lazarus Effect is a documentary film directed by Lance Bangs, running about 32 minutes. “Life at risk. Hope restored.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Lazarus Effect is a 2010 documentary film about the positive impact of free antiretroviral drug therapy on HIV/AIDS patients in Africa. It was directed by Lance Bangs, and executive produced by Spike Jonze, after an organizer from AIDS awareness group (RED) suggested the project to them.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.9/10, The Lazarus Effect has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lazarus Effect page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lazarus Effect tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lazarus Effect (2010)?
- In US, The Lazarus Effect is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Lazarus Effect worth watching?
- The Lazarus Effect holds an audience score of 3.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The Lazarus Effect released?
- The Lazarus Effect was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 32 minutes.