Gamer (2009)
A controlled prisoner fights for freedom in a gritty, high-octane game where human lives are pawns.
Mind-control technology has taken society by a storm, a multiplayer on-line game called "Slayers" allows players to control human prisoners in mass-scale. Simon controls Kable, the online champion of the game. Kable's ultimate challenge becomes regaining his identity and independence by defeating the game's mastermind.
How intense is Gamer?
Gamer is mildly scary, with graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Gamer feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulhigh octanepulpy
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Gamer
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Gamer for you?
Is Gamer scary?
Only a little. Gamer has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Gamer gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is Gamer sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Gamer OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is Gamer?
Gamer runs 1h 35m.
Where can I stream Gamer?
Gamer is streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla and Plex.
Does Gamer have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
Cast and crew
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