Chronicle (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2012, Chronicle is a thriller, drama and science fiction film directed by Josh Trank, running about 84 minutes. “Of what are you capable?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Three high school students make an incredible discovery, leading to their developing uncanny powers beyond their understanding. As they learn to control their abilities and use them to their advantage, their lives start to spin out of control, and their darker sides begin to take over.
Who’s in it. Chronicle stars Dane DeHaan as Andrew Detmer, Alex Russell as Matt Garetty, Michael B. Jordan as Steve Montgomery and Michael Kelly as Richard Detmer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Chronicle has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $145M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can 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 Chronicle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chronicle tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chronicle (2012)?
- In US, Chronicle is available to 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 Chronicle worth watching?
- Chronicle holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chronicle?
- Chronicle stars Dane DeHaan, Alex Russell, Michael B. Jordan, Michael Kelly and Anna Wood.
- When was Chronicle released?
- Chronicle was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.