The Scopia Effect (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 2014, The Scopia Effect is a thriller, horror and science fiction film directed by Christopher Butler, running about 130 minutes. “Death Should Be A Once in a Life Time Experience” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Reincarnation goes horribly wrong releasing dark forces across time. Basia accesses parts of her mind that should never be tampered with. Past lives merge with present as her reality becomes distorted, she fights for her very existence.

Who’s in it. The Scopia Effect stars Joanna Ignaczewska as Basia, Louis Labovitch as Dr. Edward Stanton, Akira Koieyama as Akira and Genevieve Sibayan as Bahula, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Scopia Effect has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Scopia Effect page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Scopia Effect tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Scopia Effect (2014)?
In US, The Scopia Effect is available to stream on Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is The Scopia Effect worth watching?
The Scopia Effect holds an audience score of 5.5 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 The Scopia Effect?
The Scopia Effect stars Joanna Ignaczewska, Louis Labovitch, Akira Koieyama, Genevieve Sibayan and Jessica Jay.
When was The Scopia Effect released?
The Scopia Effect was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.