Limitless (2011)
A mysterious drug unlocks a writer's full potential, thrusting him into a brisk, high-octane thriller.
The life of an unsuccessful writer is transformed by a top-secret 'smart drug' that allows him to use 100% of his brain and become a perfect version of himself. His enhanced abilities soon attract shadowy forces that threaten his new life.
How intense is Limitless?
Limitless is mildly scary, with no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What Limitless feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulhigh octanepulpy
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Limitless
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Is Limitless for you?
Is Limitless scary?
Only a little. Limitless has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Limitless gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Limitless sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Limitless OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Limitless?
Limitless runs 1h 46m.
Where can I stream Limitless?
Limitless is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Limitless have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves things open rather than tying them up.
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