The Substance (2024) — IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes & Audience Ratings
Quick Facts
| IMDb | 7.2/10 |
| Rotten Tomatoes | 89% |
| Metacritic | 78/100 |
| Director | Coralie Fargeat |
| Genre | Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller |
| Runtime | 141 min |
| Rated | R |
| Cast | Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, Dennis Quaid, Edward Hamilton-Clark, Gore Abrams |
"Have you ever dreamt of a better version of yourself?"
Should You Watch The Substance?
The Substance holds a solid 7.2 on IMDb, placing it above average and earning strong audience approval. It is well worth your time if the genre appeals to you. A 89% on Rotten Tomatoes indicates strong critical support.
A fading celebrity decides to use a black market drug, a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself.
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Ratings Breakdown
- IMDb: 7.2/10 from 5,808 votes — the broad audience consensus.
- Rotten Tomatoes: 89% — Certified Fresh by critics.
- Metacritic: 78/100 — weighted critic average.
- TMDB: 7.1/10 from 5,808 votes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Substance's IMDb rating?
The Substance (2024) has an IMDb rating of 7.2 out of 10 based on 5,808 user votes.
Is The Substance worth watching?
With an IMDb score of 7.2 and a Rotten Tomatoes score of 89%, The Substance is generally well-regarded and worth your time.
How long is The Substance?
The Substance has a runtime of 141 min. It is rated R.
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