Crimes of the Future (2022): cast, story & where to watch

2022 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 2022, Crimes of the Future is a drama, horror and science fiction film directed by David Cronenberg, running about 107 minutes. “Surgery is the new sex.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. With his partner Caprice, celebrity performance artist Saul Tenser publicly showcases the metamorphosis of his organs in avant-garde performances. Timlin, an investigator from the National Organ Registry, obsessively tracks their movements, which is when a mysterious group is revealed... Their mission -- to use Saul's notoriety to shed light on the next phase of human evolution.

Who’s in it. Crimes of the Future stars Viggo Mortensen as Saul Tenser, Scott Speedman as Lang Dotrice, Léa Seydoux as Caprice and Kristen Stewart as Timlin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Crimes of the Future has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $4.4M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Crimes of the Future page.

If you liked it. Fans of Crimes of the Future tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Crimes of the Future (2022)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Crimes of the Future change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Crimes of the Future worth watching?
Crimes of the Future holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Crimes of the Future?
Crimes of the Future stars Viggo Mortensen, Scott Speedman, Léa Seydoux, Kristen Stewart and Welket Bungué.
When was Crimes of the Future released?
Crimes of the Future was released in 2022, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.