Surge (2020): cast, story & where to watch

2020 · Film · ★ 5.7

Surge poster

Released in 2020, Surge is a thriller and drama film directed by Aneil Karia, running about 105 minutes.

What it’s about. A man goes on a bold and reckless journey of self-liberation through London. After he robs a bank he releases a wilder version of himself, ultimately experiencing what it feels like to be alive.

Who’s in it. Surge stars Ben Whishaw as Joseph, Ellie Haddington as Joyce, Ian Gelder as Alan and Jasmine Jobson as Lily, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Surge has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads 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 Surge page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Surge (2020)?
In US, Surge is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, 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 Surge worth watching?
Surge holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Surge?
Surge stars Ben Whishaw, Ellie Haddington, Ian Gelder, Jasmine Jobson and Daniel Renton Skinner.
When was Surge released?
Surge was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.