Movie

A Short History of Decay

“It doesn't get better than this.”

★ 5.2(13)20141h 34m

A Short History of Decay is streaming on Netflix, Molotov TV and Netflix Standard with Ads in France, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies, YouTube and Amazon Video. Availability checked 23 July 2026.

Where to watch A Short History of Decay

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Good to know

Director: Michael Maren
Release date: 2014-05-16
Runtime: 1h 34m
Language: Hungarian
Status: Released
Country: Hungary

A Short History of Decay — trailer

About A Short History of Decay

A Short History of Decay is a 2014 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Michael Maren, starring Emmanuelle Chriqui, Bryan Greenberg and Harris Yulin. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.2/10 from 13 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A Short History of Decay in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A failed Brooklyn writer, Nathan Fisher, visits his ailing parents in Florida. His mother has Alzheimer's and his father has recently had a stroke and his girlfriend has recently broken up with him.

Cast

Emmanuelle Chriqui

Erika Bryce

Bryan Greenberg

Nathan

Harris Yulin

Bob Fisher

Kathleen Rose Perkins

Shelly

Rebecca Dayan

Alex

Linda Lavin

Sandy Fisher

Nicholas Pryor

The Man in White

Benjamin King

Jack Fisher

Myke Holmes

Ken

Michael Maren

Auto Service Manager

Nick Flynn

Self

Anthony Reynolds

Dr. Black

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A Short History of Decay in France?+

In France, you can stream A Short History of Decay on Netflix, Molotov TV and Netflix Standard with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies, YouTube and Amazon Video.

Is A Short History of Decay on Netflix?+

Yes — A Short History of Decay is available to stream on Netflix in France.

How long is A Short History of Decay?+

A Short History of Decay has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

Who stars in A Short History of Decay?+

A Short History of Decay stars Emmanuelle Chriqui, Bryan Greenberg, Harris Yulin, Kathleen Rose Perkins and Rebecca Dayan.

When did A Short History of Decay come out?+

A Short History of Decay is a 2014 movie directed by Michael Maren.

What genre is A Short History of Decay?+

A Short History of Decay is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed A Short History of Decay?+

A Short History of Decay was directed by Michael Maren.