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TMDB19911h 25mDrama / Horror / Science Fiction

Poison

TMDB movie listing

A trio of interweaved transgressive tales, telling a bizarre stories of suburban patricide and a miraculous flight from justice, a mad sex experiment which unleashes a disfiguring plague, and the obsessive sexual relationship between two prison inmates.

TMDB audience score

Based on 97 votes

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Poison at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Short watch · 1h 25m

At 1h 25m it runs under 90 minutes.

More horror under 90 minutes
Genres

Drama · Horror · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under drama, horror, and science fiction.

US availability

2 subscriptions · 2 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 2 subscription services: Criterion Channel and Kino Film Collection. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy and Hoopla. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.0 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.0 out of 10 across 97 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Poison tonight

  • It is a short one: 1h 25m, so it fits a late start.
  • It is included with Criterion Channel and Kino Film Collection in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • TMDB users rate it 6.0 out of 10 across 97 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Poison

Is Poison scary?
MyCinema has not rated Poison for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, horror, and science fiction film. It is rated NC-17 in the United States.
Where can I watch Poison in the US?
Poison streams on Criterion Channel and Kino Film Collection, is free on Kanopy and Hoopla, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Poison?
Poison runs 1 hour 25 minutes (85 minutes).
Is Poison suitable for kids?
Poison is rated NC-17 in the United States, which means no one 17 or under is admitted. No, it is not suitable for children.

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