Automata (2014)
A corporate insurance agent uncovers a robot conspiracy that will reshape humanity's bleak future.
Jacq Vaucan, an insurance agent of ROC robotics corporation, routinely investigates the case of manipulating a robot. What he discovers will have profound consequences for the future of humanity.
How intense is Automata?
Automata is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated R.
What Automata feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittybleakatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream Automata
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 16, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Automata for you?
Is Automata scary?
Only a little. Automata has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Automata gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Automata sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Automata OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Automata?
Automata runs 1h 50m.
Where can I stream Automata?
Automata is streaming on Prime Video, Kanopy, Hoopla and The Roku Channel.
Does Automata have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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