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The Future

2011·Movie·R·91 min·6.0(125)

When a couple decides to adopt a stray cat their perspective on life changes radically, literally altering the course of time and space and testing their faith in each other and themselves.

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Where to watch The Future in United States

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Where is The Future streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesKanopy, PlexAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
AustraliaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
FranceSooner
JapanU-NEXT, MUBI
South KoreaMUBI

About The Future

The Future is a 2011 English-language drama, fantasy and romance film directed by Miranda July. The cast is led by Miranda July, Hamish Linklater, David Warshofsky. It has a runtime of 1h 31m. Viewers rate it 6.0/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Kanopy, Plex.

The Future was produced by GNK Productions, The Match Factory, and Film4 Productions and made in Germany and United States of America. It was released on July 29, 2011, and carries a R certification.

Director
Miranda July
Writers
Miranda July
Release date
July 29, 2011
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
Germany, United States of America
Budget
$1 million
Production
GNK Productions, The Match Factory, Film4 Productions
#time freeze #magic realism

The Future cast & crew

The Future was directed by Miranda July and written by Miranda July.

The cast features Miranda July as Sophie / Paw-Paw (voice), Hamish Linklater as Jason, David Warshofsky as Marshall, Isabella Acres as Gabriella, Angela Trimbur as Dance Studio Receptionist, and Mary Passeri as Animal Shelter Receptionist.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jon Brion, cinematography is by Nikolai von Graevenitz, and it was produced by Sue Bruce-Smith and Gina Kwon.

Is The Future worth watching?

The Future holds an audience score of 6.0/10 from 125 ratings, a more divisive drama films.

At 1h 31m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama, fantasy, and romance, The Future is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Future

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Cast of The Future

Miranda July

Miranda July

Sophie / Paw-Paw (voice)

Hamish Linklater

Hamish Linklater

Jason

David Warshofsky

David Warshofsky

Marshall

Isabella Acres

Isabella Acres

Gabriella

Angela Trimbur

Angela Trimbur

Dance Studio Receptionist

Mary Passeri

Mary Passeri

Animal Shelter Receptionist

Kathleen Gati

Kathleen Gati

Dr. Straus

Ryker Baloun

Ryker Baloun

Barry at 3

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Clement von Franckenstein

Alain, First Solicitation

Tonita Castro

Tonita Castro

Second Solicitation

D.A. Sandoval

D.A. Sandoval

Neighbor Woman

Mark Atteberry

Mark Atteberry

Tree by Tree Canvasser

The Future — FAQs

Where can I watch The Future in United States?

The Future is streaming on Kanopy, Plex in United States.

Is The Future on Kanopy?

Yes — The Future is currently available on Kanopy in United States.

What language is The Future in?

The Future is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is The Future?

The Future runs 1 hours 31 minutes (91 minutes).

What is The Future rated?

The Future is rated R. It holds a 6.0/10 audience score from 125 ratings.

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