The Body Machine (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film

The Body Machine poster

Released in 2008, The Body Machine is a documentary film directed by Robin Bicknell, running about 91 minutes.

What it’s about. The Body Machine is a landmark special on the human body that shows us just how much, how many, how large, how strong, how fast - just how amazing the body really is. Utilizing impressive large-scale real-life stunts, CGI and strong character stories, the show makes the staggering scale of the inner workings of the body tangible. We will show you how far our blood travels in just one day - an astounding 19, 000 km - from Quebec City to Buenos Aires and back. You will see all the cranial fluid you produce in your lifetime laid out in front of you - all 26,280 pint glasses worth. And in just one day you will take 23,000 breaths - enough air to fill 7,714 helium balloons. You will see all this and much more.

Who’s in it. The Body Machine stars Gabriel Arenshtam as Jake (in the future), Jane Aubin, Marshall Chasin and Michael Connor, among others.

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

If you liked it. Fans of The Body Machine tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Body Machine (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Body Machine change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Body Machine?
The Body Machine stars Gabriel Arenshtam, Jane Aubin, Marshall Chasin, Michael Connor and Douglas Campbell.
When was The Body Machine released?
The Body Machine was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.