The Grid (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1980, The Grid is a fantasy, animation and horror film directed by Joanna Woodward, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. A story about a time traveler and the search for the first cell of one's existence. 'The Dead', played by Peter Murphy searches for and finds a 'Grid' which enables him to watch the beginning of his life -from the moment of conception.
Who’s in it. The Grid stars Peter Murphy as The Dead.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Grid sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Grid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Grid tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Grid (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Grid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Grid worth watching?
- The Grid holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, animation and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Grid?
- The Grid stars Peter Murphy.
- When was The Grid released?
- The Grid was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.