Videodrome
“First it controls your mind. Then it destroys your body.”
As the president of a trashy TV channel, Max Renn is desperate for new programming to attract viewers. When he happens upon "Videodrome," a TV show dedicated to gratuitous torture and punishment, Max sees a potential hit and broadcasts the show on his channel. However, after his girlfriend auditions for the show and never returns, Max investigates the truth behind Videodrome and discovers that the graphic violence may not be as fake as he thought.
Where to watch Videodrome in United States
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Apple TV Store
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Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Videodrome there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Videodrome streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Filmin | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Claro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | FOD |
About Videodrome
Videodrome is a 1983 English-language horror, science fiction and mystery film directed by David Cronenberg. The cast is led by James Woods, Debbie Harry, Sonja Smits. It has a runtime of 1h 28m. Viewers rate it 7.2/10 across 2500 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Videodrome was produced by Filmplan International and made in Canada. It was released on February 4, 1983, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $6 million, it went on to gross $2 million worldwide.
- Director
- David Cronenberg
- Writers
- David Cronenberg
- Release date
- February 4, 1983
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Canada
- Budget
- $6 million
- Box office
- $2 million
- Production
- Filmplan International
Videodrome cast & crew
Videodrome was directed by David Cronenberg and written by David Cronenberg.
The cast features James Woods as Max Renn, Debbie Harry as Nicki Brand, Sonja Smits as Bianca O'Blivion, Peter Dvorsky as Harlan, Leslie Carlson as Barry Convex, and Jack Creley as Brian O'Blivion.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Howard Shore, cinematography is by Mark Irwin, and it was produced by Claude Héroux and Pierre David.
Is Videodrome worth watching?
Videodrome holds an audience score of 7.2/10 from 2,478 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed horror films.
At 1h 28m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy horror, science fiction, and mystery, Videodrome is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Videodrome
Videodrome isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Videodrome
James Woods
Max Renn
Debbie Harry
Nicki Brand
Sonja Smits
Bianca O'Blivion
Peter Dvorsky
Harlan
Leslie Carlson
Barry Convex
Jack Creley
Brian O'Blivion
Lynne Gorman
Masha
Julie Khaner
Bridey
Reiner Schwarz
Moses
David Bolt
Raphael
Lally Cadeau
Rena King
Henry Gomez
Brolley
Videodrome — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Videodrome in United States?
Videodrome is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Videodrome in?
Videodrome is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Japanese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Videodrome?
Videodrome runs 1 hours 28 minutes (88 minutes).
▸What is Videodrome rated?
Videodrome is rated R. It holds a 7.2/10 audience score from 2,478 ratings.
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