Possessed (2018): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2018, Possessed is a drama and documentary film directed by Rob Schröder, running about 67 minutes.

What it’s about. This rich essay searches for new ways of being together in the age of social media. We arrange our lives to impress the gaze of others and have become accustomed to being seen. For many young people, however, the party is over. Neoliberalism has made murderous competition the norm; and in the meantime, the planet is dying. Following the unmasking of Facebook’s real motives, more and more people are deleting their Facebook accounts – but this often results in social death. The first image in POSSESSED sets the tone: liquefied lead runs over burning smartphones, followed by images of a devastated neighbourhood in Aleppo. Even the smartphones have not survived the attack. The chains of social media must be cast off, but the perpetual question remains: Who is looking out for you? Academics Alex Williams (University of East Anglia) and Nick Srnicek (King's College London) address this crucial question, along with other issues

Who’s in it. Possessed stars Shelby Cork as (voice) and Olivia Lonsdale as Millenial protagonist.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Possessed has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Possessed page.

If you liked it. Fans of Possessed tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.