Transcendence (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2014, Transcendence is a thriller, drama, mystery and science fiction film directed by Wally Pfister, running about 119 minutes. “Yesterday, Dr. Will Caster was only human...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two leading computer scientists work toward their goal of Technological Singularity, as a radical anti-technology organization fights to prevent them from creating a world where computers can transcend the abilities of the human brain.
Who’s in it. Transcendence stars Johnny Depp as Dr. Will Caster, Rebecca Hall as Evelyn Caster, Paul Bettany as Max Waters and Cillian Murphy as Agent Donald Buchanan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Transcendence has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $103M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Transcendence page.
If you liked it. Fans of Transcendence tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Transcendence (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Transcendence change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Transcendence worth watching?
- Transcendence holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, mystery and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Transcendence?
- Transcendence stars Johnny Depp, Rebecca Hall, Paul Bettany, Cillian Murphy and Kate Mara.
- When was Transcendence released?
- Transcendence was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.