False Identity (2018)
Two strangers assume new lives as a married couple, fleeing Sonora with a tense, pulpy urgency.
Isabel and Diego, two complete strangers, must assume the identity of a married couple in order to flee the state of Sonora.
How intense is False Identity?
False Identity has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated TV-14.
What False Identity feels like
- Tone
- tensegrittysuspensefulpulpy
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream False Identity
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 6, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is False Identity for you?
Is False Identity scary?
No. False Identity is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is False Identity gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is False Identity sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is False Identity OK for kids?
It is rated TV-14. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
Where can I stream False Identity?
False Identity is streaming on Peacock and The Roku Channel.
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