Cube (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 6.8

Cube poster

Released in 1997, Cube is a thriller, mystery and science fiction film directed by Vincenzo Natali, running about 90 minutes. “Don't look for a reason... Look for a way out.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A group of strangers find themselves trapped in a maze-like prison. It soon becomes clear that each of them possesses the peculiar skills necessary to escape, if they don't wind up dead first.

Who’s in it. Cube stars Nicole de Boer as Leaven, Nicky Guadagni as Holloway, Maurice Dean Wint as Quentin and David Hewlett as Worth, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Cube has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $9M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, YouTube TV and MovieSphere+ 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 Cube page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Cube (1997)?
In US, Cube is available to stream on Philo, YouTube TV and MovieSphere+ 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 Cube worth watching?
Cube holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, mystery and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Cube?
Cube stars Nicole de Boer, Nicky Guadagni, Maurice Dean Wint, David Hewlett and Andrew Miller.
When was Cube released?
Cube was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.