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TMDB20041h 42mThriller / Drama

The Machinist

How do you wake up from a nightmare if you’re not asleep?

Trevor, an insomniac lathe operator, experiences unusual occurrences at work and home. A strange man follows him everywhere, but no one else seems to notice him.

TMDB audience score

Based on 6,410 votes

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The Machinist 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

Standard length · 1h 42m

At 1h 42m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Thriller · Drama

TMDB files it under thriller and drama.

US availability

4 subscriptions · 3 free · 6 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 4 subscription services: fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and 1 more. Free or ad-supported on Hoopla, Fawesome, and YouTube Free. Listed to rent from 6 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.5 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 6,410 votes, a strong audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch The Machinist tonight

  • It is a regular evening's length at 1h 42m.
  • It is included with fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and 1 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
  • TMDB users rate it 7.5 out of 10 across 6,410 votes.
  • There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Machinist

Is The Machinist scary?
MyCinema has not rated The Machinist for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller and drama film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch The Machinist in the US?
The Machinist streams on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and 1 more, is free on Hoopla, Fawesome, and YouTube Free, 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 The Machinist?
The Machinist runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).
Is The Machinist suitable for kids?
The Machinist is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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