The Surge (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2019, The Surge is a thriller and drama film directed by Franco González, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Matia, a marginal young man, escapes to an island in the River Paraná. In an uncomfortable atmosphere that is not his own, he tries to start a new life, but the tensions his arrival cause take him back to his criminal past and to the idea of having to flee in order to survive.
Who’s in it. The Surge stars Cristian Salguero as Matia, Mercedes Burgos, Héctor Bordoni and Facundo Aquinos.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Surge has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, History Vault and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Surge page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Surge tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Surge (2019)?
- In US, The Surge is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, History Vault and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Surge worth watching?
- The Surge holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Surge?
- The Surge stars Cristian Salguero, Mercedes Burgos, Héctor Bordoni and Facundo Aquinos.
- When was The Surge released?
- The Surge was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.