Puzzlehead (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2006, Puzzlehead is a thriller, drama, horror and science fiction film directed by James Bai, running about 81 minutes. “So this is what it is to be human…” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a post apocalyptic world where technology is outlawed, Walter, a reclusive scientist, secretly creates a self-aware android, "Puzzlehead". Jealously erupts when Puzzlehead wins the affection of Julia, the beautiful shopgirl that Walter has longed for. The resulting sci-fi love triangle is a Frankensteinian fable that traps all three in a web of deception and the ultimate betrayal.
Who’s in it. Puzzlehead stars Stephen Galaida as Puzzlehead / Walter, Robbie Shapiro as Julia, Chuck Ardezzone as Robber and John El Manahi as Thug #1 (as John Elmanahi), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Puzzlehead has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on FlixFling and rent or buy it from FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Puzzlehead page.
If you liked it. Fans of Puzzlehead tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Puzzlehead (2006)?
- In US, Puzzlehead is available to stream on FlixFling, and rent or buy from FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Puzzlehead worth watching?
- Puzzlehead holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Puzzlehead?
- Puzzlehead stars Stephen Galaida, Robbie Shapiro, Chuck Ardezzone, John El Manahi and Edward Furs.
- When was Puzzlehead released?
- Puzzlehead was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.