The Profane Exhibit (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 2

Released in 2013, The Profane Exhibit is a horror film directed by Nacho Vigalondo, running about 90 minutes. “There are no boundaries” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Deep within the underbelly of Paris, there is a club which is the home of a secret, wicked society. At first it resembles an ordinary fetish or Goth nightclub, but within the cavernous building are many hidden rooms, one of which is known as "The Room of Souls," a private gathering place of the world's richest and most evil people. Their host is the elegant yet frightening Madame Sabatier. For their amusement each member takes a turn and spins a true tale of depravity.
Who’s in it. The Profane Exhibit stars Jiji Bû as Garbage Collector, Maki Mizui as High School Girl, Hiroaki Murakami as Male Victim and Caroline Williams as Lucy (segment "Basement"), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, The Profane Exhibit has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Profane Exhibit page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Profane Exhibit tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Profane Exhibit (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Profane Exhibit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Profane Exhibit worth watching?
- The Profane Exhibit holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Profane Exhibit?
- The Profane Exhibit stars Jiji Bû, Maki Mizui, Hiroaki Murakami, Caroline Williams and Eihi Shiina.
- When was The Profane Exhibit released?
- The Profane Exhibit was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.