Where to Stream The Substance Online in 2025

Coralie Fargeat's darkly comedic body horror film, The Substance, which garnered a 13-minute standing ovation and the Best Screenplay award at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, has arrived in US theaters and is generating significant awards buzz, including five Oscar nominations. Starring Oscar-nominated Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley, IGN awarded the film an 8/10, calling it a "sick, twisted, and squirm-inducing parable" criticizing celebrity culture's obsession with youth and beauty.

Streaming and Purchase Options for The Substance

The Substance is currently streaming exclusively on Mubi, a subscription-based service offering a seven-day free trial. For those who prefer not to subscribe, the film is also available for rent or purchase through various digital platforms such as Prime Video and Apple TV+.

Physical Media Release:

A 4K UHD + Blu-ray + Digital version of The Substance is available for purchase, featuring Demi Moore in what many critics are calling a career-defining performance. For further details on physical releases, consult our comprehensive guide to upcoming Blu-rays.

Synopsis:

The Substance, a satirical body horror thriller from writer-director Coralie Fargeat, follows Elisabeth Sparkle (Demi Moore), a fading celebrity, who undergoes a transformative experience with a mysterious new drug. This results in her temporarily inhabiting the body of a younger, vibrant version of herself, Sue (Margaret Qualley). The catch? She must alternate between bodies weekly.

Cast:

• Demi Moore as Elisabeth Sparkle
• Margaret Qualley as Sue
• Dennis Quaid as Harvey

Rating and Runtime:

Rated R for strong bloody violence, gore, graphic nudity, and language. Runtime: 2 hours, 20 minutes (no post-credits scene).

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