Velvet Buzzsaw (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2019, Velvet Buzzsaw is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Dan Gilroy, running about 113 minutes. “All Art Is Dangerous” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Big money artists and mega-collectors pay a high price when art collides with commerce. After a series of paintings by an unknown artist are discovered, a supernatural force enacts revenge on those who have allowed their greed to get in the way of art.
Who’s in it. Velvet Buzzsaw stars Jake Gyllenhaal as Morf Vandewalt, Rene Russo as Rhodora Haze, Zawe Ashton as Josephina and Tom Sturridge as Jon Dondon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Velvet Buzzsaw has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Velvet Buzzsaw page.
If you liked it. Fans of Velvet Buzzsaw tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Velvet Buzzsaw (2019)?
- In US, Velvet Buzzsaw is available to stream on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Velvet Buzzsaw worth watching?
- Velvet Buzzsaw holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Velvet Buzzsaw?
- Velvet Buzzsaw stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Rene Russo, Zawe Ashton, Tom Sturridge and Toni Collette.
- When was Velvet Buzzsaw released?
- Velvet Buzzsaw was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.