The Belko Experiment (2017)
Office workers are trapped in a deadly game, forced to kill or be killed in a relentless, bleak struggle.
A group of eighty American workers are locked in their office and ordered by an unknown voice to participate in a twisted game.
How intense is The Belko Experiment?
The Belko Experiment 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 The Belko Experiment feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulbleakpulpy
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Belko Experiment
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Is The Belko Experiment for you?
Is The Belko Experiment scary?
Only a little. The Belko Experiment has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Belko Experiment gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is The Belko Experiment sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Belko Experiment 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 The Belko Experiment?
The Belko Experiment runs 1h 29m.
Where can I stream The Belko Experiment?
The Belko Experiment is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Belko Experiment have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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