6.0
Where can I stream Backtrack legally?
You can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.
Backtrack fingerprint
High energy, striking style, a touch of humor.
Energy
Tense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Scare7
- Adrenaline5
Heart
Melancholic
- Melancholy7
- Pathos6
- Nostalgia6
Humor
A little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
- Dark Humor4
- Wit & Wordplay2
- Cringe Humor2
World
Mystery, the mind, and everyday modern life
- World Immersion7
- Ambiguity7
- Dialogue Centrality6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Intrigue9
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
Style
Functional look and sound
- Cinematography7
- Music Composition7
- Sound Centrality7
Energy
HighTense and scary
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Backtrack is tense and scary. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare7Frightening moments and scares.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace4Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle4Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence3Physical conflict and intensity.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Uncanny8Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
Heart
MediumMelancholic
Emotionally, it's melancholic.
All heart traits
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Nostalgia6Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Family Dynamics5Relationships and generational ties.
- Wonder4Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age3Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness6Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowA little humor
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect a little humor.
All humor traits
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Wit & Wordplay2Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor2Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Absurdist Humor2Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy1Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy1Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody1Sharp critique and playful imitation.
World
MediumMystery, the mind, and everyday modern life
Its world is built around mystery, the mind, and everyday modern life. It leaves some questions open.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Ambiguity7Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
Related traits
- Mystery9Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Psychological9Inner worlds and mind games.
- Contemporary Realism7Modern, grounded storytelling.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality5Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Non-linear Narrative3Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty5Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
All style traits
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Editing5Pacing and structure through cuts.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking
Skip it if
You want fast pacing
Find more like it
Based on the GoodWatch fingerprint: our scores for 70+ attributes of every movie. Select a row to see all of them.
About
Nothing haunts like the past.
Troubled psychotherapist Peter Bowers is suffering from nightmares and eerie visions. When he uncovers a horrifying secret that all of his patients share, he is put on a course that takes him back to the small hometown he fled years ago. There he confronts his demons and unravels a mystery 20 years in the making.
Psychological ThrillerGothic MysterySmall Town SecretsHaunted PastIntense SuspenseNightmare VisionsEerie AtmosphereRedemption Arc
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like Backtrack
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: Backtrack
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with Backtrack
Backtrack2015
Point at a poster to compare itHold a poster to compare it
This pageTap it to move here
A chip fills to its level. Tap a full one for titles without that trait, a low one for titles with it.
Open a page:Sirāt (2025)Gerald's Game (2017)Absentia (2011)The Forest (2017)They Look Like People (2016)The Block Island Sound (2021)The Eye (2002)Resurrection (2022)The End of Oak Street (2026)Julia's Eyes (2010)Stir of Echoes (1999)Heartless (2010)Caché (2005)Enter Nowhere (2015)Hokum (2026)Run (2020)Black Box (2020)Honeymoon (2014)The Hidden Face (2011)Coma (1978)Birth/Rebirth (2023)Evil (2019)Next Door (2005)The Hole in the Ground (2019)Thelma (2017)Harlan Coben's Shelter (2023)The Orphanage (2007)The Canal (2014)Karthik Calling Karthik (2010)Castle Rock (2018)Weapons (2025)Goodnight Mommy (2015)Possum (2018)The Dark and the Wicked (2020)The Black Cat (1934)Dhuruvangal Pathinaaru (2016)Nimic (2020)Joshua (2007)The Lodge (2020)Dobaaraa (2022)Cropsey (2010)The Returned (2015)Daniel Isn't Real (2019)Dead End (2003)Stoker (2013)The Rig (2023)Martha Marcy May Marlene (2011)Signs (2002)The Little Girl Who Lives Down the Lane (1976)The Outsider (2020)Time Lapse (2014)Willard (2003)Memoir of a Murderer (2017)Baramulla (2025)One Hour Photo (2002)The Last Wave (1977)Cure (1997)We Are What We Are (2013)They Will Kill You (2026)Outcast (2016)Angel of Mine (2019)The Blue Elephant (2014)Don't Listen (2020)River (2015)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Backtrack
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Backtrack worth watching?
44
WeakGoodWatch scoreReviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 28%, and Metacritic 43). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Backtrack rated?
RDisturbing imagerySuicide themes
It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: disturbing imagery and suicide themes.
How long is Backtrack?
1 h 30 min
Backtrack runs 1 h 30 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Backtrack?
Critics36
Audiences52
Not quite. Audiences rate Backtrack higher (52) than critics (36). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.
What language is Backtrack in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in Australia, United Kingdom.
In how many countries can I watch Backtrack?
36
+22
+22GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Backtrack in 36 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.