The Cell (2000)
A psychotherapist enters the surreal, chilling mind of a comatose serial killer to save his last victim.
A psychotherapist journeys inside a comatose serial killer in the hopes of saving his latest victim.
How intense is The Cell?
The Cell is properly scary, with extreme gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated R.
What The Cell feels like
- Tone
- surrealchillingsuspensefulgritty
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream The Cell
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is The Cell for you?
Is The Cell scary?
Yes, properly. The Cell is scare level 2 of 3, the real thing without being an endurance test.
Is The Cell gory or violent?
Extreme gore (3 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is The Cell sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Cell OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 2, gore 3, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is The Cell?
The Cell runs 1h 47m.
Where can I stream The Cell?
The Cell is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Cell have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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