Chromophobia (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 5.4

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Released in 2006, Chromophobia is a thriller and drama film directed by Martha Fiennes, running about 136 minutes. “Don't live your life in black and white.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Encouraged by his editor to seek 'sexy stories that sell', a reporter preys upon the private life of an erstwhile friend, with disastrous results.

Who’s in it. Chromophobia stars Ben Chaplin as Trent, Penélope Cruz as Gloria, Ralph Fiennes as Stephen Tulloch and Ian Holm as Edward Aylesbury, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Chromophobia has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chromophobia page.

If you liked it. Fans of Chromophobia tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Chromophobia (2006)?
In GB, Chromophobia is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Chromophobia worth watching?
Chromophobia holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Chromophobia?
Chromophobia stars Ben Chaplin, Penélope Cruz, Ralph Fiennes, Ian Holm and Rhys Ifans.
When was Chromophobia released?
Chromophobia was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 136 minutes.