The Institute (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Series · ★ 7.6
Released in 2025, The Institute is a mystery and sci-fi & fantasy series.
What it’s about. When 14 year old genius Luke Ellis is kidnapped, he awakens at The Institute, a facility full of children who all got there the same way he did, and who are all possessed of unusual abilities. In a nearby town, haunted former police officer Tim Jamieson has come looking to start a new life, but the peace and quiet won’t last, as his story and Luke’s are destined to collide.
Who’s in it. The Institute stars Ben Barnes as Tim Jamieson, Joe Freeman as Luke Ellis, Simone Miller as Kalisha and Fionn Laird as Nick Wilholm, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.6/10, The Institute has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo and MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Institute page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Institute tend to enjoy Attack on Titan, Stranger Things, House and Riverdale.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Institute (2025)?
- In US, The Institute is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Institute worth watching?
- The Institute holds an audience score of 7.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery and sci-fi & fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Institute?
- The Institute stars Ben Barnes, Joe Freeman, Simone Miller, Fionn Laird and Hannah Galway.
- When was The Institute released?
- The Institute was released in 2025.