Proteus (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1995, Proteus is a thriller, horror and science fiction film directed by Bob Keen, running about 97 minutes. “In the middle of the ocean, a new form of horror is taking shape.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Group of heroin smugglers finds shelter on abandoned oil rig after their ship had exploded. Soon they find that the oil rig was just cover for biological experiment. One of the results is Charlie - shape-shifting monster with ability to absorb the memory of its victims. However, even such creatures have their own bad habits.
Who’s in it. Proteus stars Craig Fairbrass as Alex, Toni Barry as Linda, William Marsh as Mark and Jennifer Calvert as Christine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Proteus has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Proteus page.
If you liked it. Fans of Proteus tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Proteus (1995)?
- In US, Proteus is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Proteus worth watching?
- Proteus holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Proteus?
- Proteus stars Craig Fairbrass, Toni Barry, William Marsh, Jennifer Calvert and Ricco Ross.
- When was Proteus released?
- Proteus was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.