MyCinema has not rated Limitless for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller, mystery, and science fiction film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.

Where can I watch Limitless in the US?

Limitless streams on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, is free on Fawesome, and can be rented from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Limitless?

Limitless runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

Is Limitless suitable for kids?

Limitless is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

TMDB20111h 46mThriller / Mystery / Science Fiction

Limitless

Name: Limitless
Genre: Thriller, Mystery, Science Fiction
Released: 2011-03-17
Duration: 106 min

What if a pill could make you rich and powerful?

The life of an unsuccessful writer is transformed by a top-secret 'smart drug' that allows him to use 100% of his brain and become a perfect version of himself. His enhanced abilities soon attract shadowy forces that threaten his new life.

TMDB audience score

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Limitless at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 46m

At 1h 46m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Thriller · Mystery · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under thriller, mystery, and science fiction.

US availability

1 subscription · 1 free · 6 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 1 subscription service: Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Free or ad-supported on Fawesome. Listed to rent from 6 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.2 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 11,822 votes, a strong audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Limitless tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 46m.
It is included with Shout! Factory Amazon Channel in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 11,822 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Limitless

Is Limitless scary?: MyCinema has not rated Limitless for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller, mystery, and science fiction film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.
Where can I watch Limitless in the US?: Limitless streams on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, is free on Fawesome, and can be rented from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Limitless?: Limitless runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).
Is Limitless suitable for kids?: Limitless is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.