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State of Fear

2026Movie1 h 43 minR

Thriller
54
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb4.9Letterboxd2.8/5

A nerve-racking, brutally violent action movie about crime and family.

Good for friends night · thought-provoking · adults

Skip it if you need an uplifting mood · graphic violence bothers you · you want something quiet and calm

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Story

As São Paulo erupts in an unprecedented wave of violence, a lawyer with underworld ties must strike a deal with the police to rescue her kidnapped niece.

Feels like

  • High-Stakes Crime Thriller
  • Urban Warfare Chaos
  • Moral Compromise Drama
  • Intense Family Rescue Mission
  • Socio-Political Commentary
  • Visceral Action Sequences
  • Gritty Realism
  • Tense Negotiation Dynamics
  • Underworld vs. Law Enforcement
  • Emotional Desperation

Cast

16 of 16

Crew

Directed by
Pedro Morelli
Written by
Pedro Morelli, Julia Furrer
Produced by
Andrea Barata Ribeiro
Music by
Lucas Vidal

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

February 10, 2026 · 1 h 43 min · R

Released
February 10, 2026
Runtime
1 h 43 min
Age rating
R
Content
Violence, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery, Drug Use
Genres
Action, Thriller, Crime, Drama
Original language
Portuguese
Made in
Brazil
Available in
131 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream State of Fear?"

Questions about State of Fear

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream State of Fear?

Netflix

In the United States, State of Fear streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is State of Fear worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54 (IMDb 4.9 and Letterboxd 2.8 out of 5).

Will I feel good after watching State of Fear?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for bleakness and 4 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.

Is State of Fear in English?

Portuguese

No, it was made in Portuguese.