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Cube

1998·Movie
1h 30min·R
IMDb7.1Metacritic617.1Rotten Tomatoes61%76%

Where to watch

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Cube fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Violence8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4
  • Melancholy3

Humor

Some dark humor and absurdist humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Absurdist Humor5
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Mystery, the mind, and crime

  • Novelty8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyThought-Provoking

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About

Don't look for a reason... Look for a way out.

A group of strangers find themselves trapped in a maze-like prison. It soon becomes clear that each of them possesses the peculiar skills necessary to escape, if they don't wind up dead first.
Psychological ThrillerClaustrophobic SettingMystery & IntrigueViolent PuzzleSocial CommentaryExistential DreadHigh TensionUnconventional Horror

Crew

Directed by:
Vincenzo Natali, Oscar Fenoglio, Patrick Tidy
Written by:
Vincenzo Natali, Graeme Manson, André Bijelic
Produced by:
Deirdre Bowen, Colin Brunton, Betty Orr
Composed by:
Craig Henighan, John Laing, Mark Korven

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Cube

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Cube legally?

fuboTVPhiloThe RokuKanopyHooplaFandango at Home FreePlexFawesome

Cube is included with a subscription to fuboTV and Philo in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fandango at Home Free. 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 Cube worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 61%, and Metacritic 61). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Cube rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

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

How long is Cube?

1 h 30 min

Cube runs 1 h 30 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Cube?

Critics61
Audiences73

Not quite. Audiences rate Cube higher (73) than critics (61). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Cube a box office hit?

Budget$257,899
Box office$9 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $257,899 to make and earned $9 million worldwide, 34.8 times its budget.

What language is Cube in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in Canada.

In how many countries can I watch Cube?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Cube in 78 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Cube use?

Everything Trying to Kill YouGovernment ConspiracyPrison Escape ArtistThe LoadThe Hero DiesColor MotifNo-Holds-Barred BeatdownCan't Kill You, Still Need YouPortal CutIt Can ThinkSir Swears-a-LotPointless Civic Projectand 87 more

TV Tropes lists 99 storytelling tropes for Cube, including Everything Trying to Kill You, Government Conspiracy, Prison Escape Artist.