Cortex (2020): cast, story & where to watch
2020 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 2020, Cortex is a thriller, drama, crime and horror film directed by Moritz Bleibtreu, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Two men, two lives, a fateful encounter: Hagen suffers from irregular phases of sleep in which he cannot decide between dream and reality. When his frustrated wife cheats on him with the small-time criminal Niko a series of disturbing events is set in motion and the lives of both men will never be the same.
Who’s in it. Cortex stars Jannis Niewöhner as Niko, Nadja Uhl as Karoline, Moritz Bleibtreu as Hagen and Anna Bederke as Ela, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Cortex has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cortex page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cortex tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cortex (2020)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cortex change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cortex worth watching?
- Cortex holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, crime and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cortex?
- Cortex stars Jannis Niewöhner, Nadja Uhl, Moritz Bleibtreu, Anna Bederke and Murathan Muslu.
- When was Cortex released?
- Cortex was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.