Companion (2025)
A weekend getaway at a secluded estate becomes a chilling descent into technologically-fueled secrets and unsettling truths.
During a weekend getaway at a secluded lakeside estate, a group of friends finds themselves entangled in a web of secrets, deception, and advanced technology. As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, they uncover unsettling truths about themselves and the world around them.
How intense is Companion?
Companion is properly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Companion feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulchillingtensegritty
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Companion
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Companion for you?
Is Companion scary?
Yes, properly. Companion is scare level 2 of 3, the real thing without being an endurance test.
Is Companion gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Companion sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Companion OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 2, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Companion?
Companion runs 1h 37m.
Where can I stream Companion?
Companion is streaming on Max.
Does Companion have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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