


Film · Released
Altered States
“In the basement of a university medical school, Dr. Jessup floats naked in total darkness. The most terrifying experiment in the history of science is out of control... and the subject is himself.”
Altered States at a glance
Altered States is a 1980 horror and science fiction film, running 1h 43m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: R in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store.
Rated R in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1980-12-25
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Genres
- Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller
- Director
- Ken Russell
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.7 / 10 · 820 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmA research scientist explores the boundaries and frontiers of human consciousness. Using sensory deprivation and hallucinogenic mixtures from Native American shamans, he explores these altered states of cognizance and finds that memory, time, and reality itself are states of mind.
Cast
14 names
William HurtProfessor Eddie Jessup
Blair BrownEmily Jessup
Bob BalabanArthur Rosenberg
Charles HaidMason Parrish
Thaao PenghlisEcheverria
Dori BrennerSylvia Rosenberg
Peter BrandonHobart
Charles White-EagleThe Brujo
Drew BarrymoreMargaret Jessup
Jack MurdockHector Orteco
Francis X. McCarthyObispoQuestions about Altered States
Quick answersWhere can I watch Altered States in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Altered States is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Altered States suitable for children?
Altered States is rated R in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is Altered States about?
A research scientist explores the boundaries and frontiers of human consciousness. Using sensory deprivation and hallucinogenic mixtures from Native American shamans, he explores these altered states of cognizance and finds that memory, time, and reality itself are states of mind.
How long is Altered States?
Altered States runs for 1h 43m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
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