Ares (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2016, Ares is a thriller, drama and science fiction film directed by Jean-Patrick Benes, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. In a near future, the world order has changed. With its 10 millions of unemployed citizens, France has now become a poor country. Its people wavers between rebellion and resignation and find an outlet in the shape of TV broadcast ultra brutal fights in which the players are legally doped and unscrupulous.
Who’s in it. Ares stars Ola Rapace as Arès, Micha Lescot as Myosotis, Ruth Vega Fernandez as Anna and Thierry Hancisse as Coach, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Ares has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ares page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ares tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ares (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ares change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ares worth watching?
- Ares holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ares?
- Ares stars Ola Rapace, Micha Lescot, Ruth Vega Fernandez, Thierry Hancisse and Hélène Fillières.
- When was Ares released?
- Ares was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.