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Cell

2016·Movie
1h 38min·R

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High energy, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension8

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Family Dynamics6
  • Pathos5

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Satire & Parody4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Technology, war, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6

Style

Standout sound design

  • Sound Centrality9
  • Music Centrality8
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchBinge-FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

When everyone is connected no one is safe.

When a strange signal pulsates through all cell phone networks worldwide, it starts a murderous epidemic of epic proportions when users become bloodthirsty creatures, and a group of people in New England are among the survivors to deal with the ensuing chaos after.
Apocalyptic HorrorTech CommentaryZombie ThrillerSurvival StoryStephen King AdaptationDisturbing ViolenceBleak OutlookFast-Paced ActionHumanity's Downfall

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Cell

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Where can I stream Cell legally?

Cell is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Kanopy, and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Cell worth watching?

30
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Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 30/100 (IMDb 4.5, Rotten Tomatoes 11%, and Metacritic 38). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Cell rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Cell?

1 h 38 min

Cell runs 1 h 38 min.

Is Cell based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Cell?

Critics25
Audiences33

Not quite. Audiences rate Cell higher (33) than critics (25). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Cell in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Cell?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Cell in 64 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.