Upstream Color
“You can force your story's shape, but the color will always bloom upstream.”
A man and woman are drawn together, entangled in the lifecycle of an ageless organism. Identity becomes an illusion as they struggle to assemble the loose fragments of wrecked lives.
Where to watch Upstream Color in United States
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Where is Upstream Color streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Arrow Video Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Foxtel Now, Hoopla, Brollie | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Germany | Sooner Amazon Channel, Sooner, filmfriend | Apple TV Store |
About Upstream Color
Upstream Color is a 2013 English-language drama and science fiction film directed by Shane Carruth. The cast is led by Amy Seimetz, Shane Carruth, Andrew Sensenig. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 6.3/10 across 800 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
Upstream Color was produced by erbp and made in United States of America. It was released on April 5, 2013, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $0 million, it went on to gross $0 million worldwide.
- Director
- Shane Carruth
- Writers
- Shane Carruth
- Release date
- April 5, 2013
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $0 million
- Box office
- $0 million
- Production
- erbp
Upstream Color cast & crew
Upstream Color was directed by Shane Carruth and written by Shane Carruth.
The cast features Amy Seimetz as Kris, Shane Carruth as Jeff, Andrew Sensenig as The Sampler, Thiago Martins as Thief, Carolyn King as Wife, and Mollie Milligan as Maggie.
Behind the camera, it was produced by Ben LeClair and Shane Carruth.
Is Upstream Color worth watching?
Upstream Color holds an audience score of 6.3/10 from 811 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama and science fiction, Upstream Color is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Upstream Color
Upstream Color isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Upstream Color
Amy Seimetz
Kris
Shane Carruth
Jeff
Andrew Sensenig
The Sampler
Thiago Martins
Thief
Carolyn King
Wife
Mollie Milligan
Maggie
Myles McGee
Monty
Ashton Miramontes
Lucas
Andreon Watson
Peter
Frank Mosley
Husband
John Walpole
Bank Investigator
Kerry McCormick
OBGYN
Upstream Color — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Upstream Color in United States?
Upstream Color is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies and YouTube.
▸What language is Upstream Color in?
Upstream Color is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Upstream Color?
Upstream Color runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).
▸What is Upstream Color rated?
Upstream Color is rated NR. It holds a 6.3/10 audience score from 811 ratings.
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