Gattaca (1997)
A man with imperfect genes earnestly schemes to reach the stars in a bleak, cerebral future.
Vincent is an all-too-human man who dares to defy a system obsessed with genetic perfection. He is an "In-Valid" who assumes the identity of a member of the genetic elite to pursue his goal of traveling into space with the Gattaca Aerospace Corporation.
How intense is Gattaca?
Gattaca has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated PG-13.
What Gattaca feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulbleakearnestcerebralatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream Gattaca
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 13, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Gattaca for you?
Is Gattaca scary?
No. Gattaca is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Gattaca gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Gattaca sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Gattaca OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Gattaca?
Gattaca runs 1h 47m.
Where can I stream Gattaca?
Gattaca is streaming on YouTube (free).
Does Gattaca have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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