Black Box (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2020, Black Box is a thriller, horror and science fiction film directed by Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour, Jr., running about 100 minutes. “There is no escape from who you really are.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After losing his wife and his memory in a car accident, a single father undergoes an experimental treatment that causes him to question who he really is.
Who’s in it. Black Box stars Mamoudou Athie as Nolan, Phylicia Rashād as Lillian, Amanda Christine as Ava and Tosin Morohunfola as Gary, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Black Box has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Box page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Box tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Box (2020)?
- In US, Black Box is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Black Box worth watching?
- Black Box holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Box?
- Black Box stars Mamoudou Athie, Phylicia Rashād, Amanda Christine, Tosin Morohunfola and Charmaine Bingwa.
- When was Black Box released?
- Black Box was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.