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Where to Stream The Substance Online in 2025

by Brooklyn Feb 27,2025

Coralie Fargeat's darkly comedic body horror film, The Substance, which garnered a 13-minute standing ovation and the Best Screenplay award at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, has arrived in US theaters and subsequently earned multiple award nominations, including five Oscars. Starring Oscar-nominees Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley, IGN awarded the film an 8/10, describing it as a "sick, twisted, and squirm-inducing parable" criticizing celebrity culture's obsession with youth and beauty.

Streaming and Purchase Options:

The Substance Movie Poster

The Substance streams exclusively on Mubi, a subscription service offering a seven-day free trial. Alternatively, it's available for rent or purchase on various digital platforms, including Prime Video and Apple TV+.

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Physical Media Release:

The Substance 4K UHD Blu-ray

A 4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital release is available, featuring Demi Moore's acclaimed performance as Elisabeth Sparkle, a former celebrity grappling with the effects of a mysterious rejuvenating substance.

Synopsis:

The Substance, written and directed by Coralie Fargeat, follows Elisabeth Sparkle (Demi Moore), a past-her-prime celebrity, who uses a new drug to temporarily transform into the youthful Sue (Margaret Qualley). The catch? She must alternate between her identities weekly.

Cast:

The Substance Cast Image

  • Demi Moore as Elisabeth Sparkle
  • Margaret Qualley as Sue
  • Dennis Quaid as Harvey

Rating and Runtime:

Rated R for strong bloody violence, gore, graphic nudity, and language. Runtime: 2 hours and 20 minutes (no post-credits scene).

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