6.8
Where can I stream Angels and Insects legally?
GoodWatch doesn't know of a legal streaming option for Angels and Insects in the United States right now. Pick another country in the Where to Watch section to check elsewhere.
Angels and Insects fingerprint
Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.
Energy
Tense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
- Tension8
- Spectacle5
- Violence4
Heart
Romantic and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
- Family Dynamics8
- Romance7
- Melancholy7
Humor
Some sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
- Wit & Wordplay5
- Dark Humor4
- Satire & Parody3
World
History, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
- World Immersion9
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Ambiguity6
Craft
Standout direction, performances, and characters
- Intrigue9
- Direction8
- Acting8
Style
Standout cinematography
- Cinematography9
- Editing7
- Music Composition7
Energy
MediumTense
Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
Angels and Insects is tense. The story builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.
All energy traits
- Tension8Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Violence4Physical conflict and intensity.
- Adrenaline3High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Fast Pace3Quick tempo and momentum.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowRomantic and melancholic
Much of it is about family.
Emotionally, it's romantic and melancholic. Much of it is about family.
All heart traits
- Family Dynamics8Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance7Love stories and emotional connections.
- Melancholy7Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Pathos6Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis3Emotional release and payoff.
- Hopefulness2Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Coming of Age2Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Wonder2Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Nostalgia1Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Wholesome0Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
Related traits
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Bleakness7Grim, stark outlooks.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Humor
LowSome sharp wit
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some sharp wit.
All humor traits
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor4Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Satire & Parody3Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Cringe Humor1Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
- Situational Comedy0Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Physical Comedy0Slapstick and visual gags.
- Absurdist Humor0Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
Related traits
- Eccentricity5Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory, family, and the mind
Lived-in and easy to get lost in.
Its world is built around history, family, and the mind. The setting feels lived-in and easy to get lost in.
All world traits
- World Immersion9Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity6Open-endedness and uncertainty.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
Related traits
- Historical9Period settings and real events.
- Psychological8Inner worlds and mind games.
- Mystery7Whodunnits and unraveling secrets.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Crime5Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Class & Capitalism5Wealth, power, and inequality.
Craft
HighStandout direction, performances, and characters
The direction, performances, and characters stand out.
All craft traits
- Intrigue9Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Direction8Vision and command behind the camera.
- Acting8Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth8Rich, complex characterization.
- Narrative Structure7Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Complexity7Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative0Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Slow Burn8Gradual build with payoff.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Philosophical5Ideas about life and existence.
Style
HighStandout cinematography
Look and sound: the cinematography stand out.
All style traits
- Cinematography9Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Music Composition7Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization7Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality6Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque6Macabre, distorted imagery.
- Spectacle5Scale and set-piece grandeur.
Who it's for
AdultsDate NightFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-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
An elegant seduction. An erotic deception. A stunning revelation.
In Victorian England, wealthy patriarch Sir Harald Alabaster invites an impoverished biologist, William Adamson, into his home. There, William tries to continue his work, but is distracted by Alabaster's seductive daughter, Eugenia. William and Eugenia begin a torrid romance, but as the couple become closer, the young scientist begins to realize that dark, disturbing things are happening behind the closed doors of the Alabaster manor.
Victorian Period DramaGothic RomancePsychological ThrillerDark Family SecretsClass ConflictSexual IntrigueMoral DecayAtmosphericSlow Burn Mystery
Actors
Crew
Directed by:
Written by:
Produced by:
Composed by:
Titles like Angels and Insects
nearer = more alike
8
You are here: Angels and Insects
Tap a poster to move
You are herePreview
vscompared with Angels and Insects
Angels and Insects1995
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:Leave Her to Heaven (1945)Marnie (1964)My Cousin Rachel (2017)Perry Mason (2020)The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999)Lady Macbeth (2016)The Lady from Shanghai (1947)A Place in the Sun (1951)The Servant (1963)The Beguiled (2017)Taboo (2017)Peaky Blinders (2013)Greed (1924)The Sisters Brothers (2018)Suddenly, Last Summer (1959)Miller's Crossing (1990)The Postman Always Rings Twice (1981)Harlots (2017)Crimson Peak (2015)Fingersmith (2005)Ripper Street (2012)Diary of a Chambermaid (1964)Chinatown (1974)Suspicion (1941)Nightmare Alley (2021)RIPLEY (2024)The Alienist (2018)L'Avventura (1960)Double Indemnity (1944)Raise the Red Lantern (1991)Great Expectations (1946)The Butcher (1970)The Handmaiden (2016)Burnt by the Sun (1994)Copper (2012)The Letter (1940)Alias Grace (2017)Hush... Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964)Bad Education (2004)1922 (2017)The Night Porter (1974)East of Eden (2026)Bleak House (2005)The Vanishing (2019)Rebecca (1940)Sunrise: A Song of Two Humans (1927)The Man Who Wasn't There (2001)The English (2022)Dangerous Liaisons (1988)The Homesman (2014)The Wings of the Dove (1997)Ratched (2020)A Dangerous Method (2011)The Power of the Dog (2021)Fury (1936)Shadows over the Balkans (2017)Scarlet Street (1945)Day of Wrath (1943)Grand Hotel (1932)Ash Is Purest White (2018)Boardwalk Empire (2010)Music Box (1989)Gloomy Sunday (1999)The Damned (2025)
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Media
Questions about Angels and Insects
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Angels and Insects worth watching?
66
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Rotten Tomatoes 67%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Angels and Insects rated?
Sexual contentDisturbing imageryViolence
Content advisories: sexual content, disturbing imagery, and violence.
How long is Angels and Insects?
1 h 58 min
Angels and Insects runs 1 h 58 min.
Do critics and audiences agree on Angels and Insects?
Critics67
Audiences68
Yes. Critics average 67 and audiences 68 out of 100, so both groups see Angels and Insects much the same way.
What language is Angels and Insects in?
English
It was made in English. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.
What tropes does Angels and Insects use?
Brother–Sister IncestDriven to SuicideGorgeous Period DressSugar-and-Ice PersonalityThe RevealBetty and VeronicaKarma HoudiniAnimal MotifsThe Lost LenoreMy Sister Is Off-LimitsRape Is a Special Kind of EvilQuestionable Consentand 3 more
TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for Angels and Insects, including Brother–Sister Incest, Driven to Suicide, Gorgeous Period Dress.