Still Life (1990): cast, story & where to watch

1990 · Film · ★ 4.5

Still Life poster

Released in 1990, Still Life is a thriller and mystery film directed by Graeme Campbell, running about 83 minutes. “Fatal Art” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The alleys of downtown Manhattan become a modern killing field when corpses begin turning up, disfigured and gruesomely posed to appear as pieces of art.In the frightening climate of the "Art Killer", Peter Sherwood, a struggling musician, is hired to compose for a patron of the arts, and thinks his dreams are coming true. But as the body count continues to rise, the clues surrounding the murders oddly begin to lead police closer and closer to Peter and his new job. Suddenly, all eyes are on Peter and he must scramble to find the real killer - before he becomes his next masterpiece.

Who’s in it. Still Life stars Jason Gedrick as Peter Sherwood, Jessica Steen as Nellie Ambrose, Stephen Shellen as Teddy Bullock and Gary Farmer as Billy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Still Life has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Still Life page.

If you liked it. Fans of Still Life tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Still Life (1990)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Still Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Still Life worth watching?
Still Life holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Still Life?
Still Life stars Jason Gedrick, Jessica Steen, Stephen Shellen, Gary Farmer and Sam Malkin.
When was Still Life released?
Still Life was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.