Movie

Videodrome

“First it controls your mind. Then it destroys your body.”

★ 7.2(2,478)19831h 28m

Videodrome is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video and CHILI in Italy. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 21 June 2026.

Where to watch Videodrome

🇮🇹 Italy

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Good to know

Director: David Cronenberg
Release date: 1983-02-04
Runtime: 1h 28m
Language: English
Box office: $2,120,439
Budget: $5,952,000
Status: Released
Country: Canada
Studio: Filmplan International

Videodrome — trailer

About Videodrome

Videodrome is a 1983 movie in the Horror, Science Fiction and Mystery genres, directed by David Cronenberg, starring James Woods, Debbie Harry and Sonja Smits. It has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 2,478 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Videodrome in Italy — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

As the president of a trashy TV channel, Max Renn is desperate for new programming to attract viewers. When he happens upon "Videodrome," a TV show dedicated to gratuitous torture and punishment, Max sees a potential hit and broadcasts the show on his channel. However, after his girlfriend auditions for the show and never returns, Max investigates the truth behind Videodrome and discovers that the graphic violence may not be as fake as he thought.

Cast

James Woods

Max Renn

Debbie Harry

Nicki Brand

Sonja Smits

Bianca O'Blivion

Peter Dvorsky

Harlan

Leslie Carlson

Barry Convex

Jack Creley

Brian O'Blivion

Lynne Gorman

Masha

Julie Khaner

Bridey

Reiner Schwarz

Moses

David Bolt

Raphael

Lally Cadeau

Rena King

Henry Gomez

Brolley

Themes & keywords

suicidevirtual realityradio presenterblack marketinsanityparanoiadystopiatoronto, canadahallucinationsurrealsurrealismsadomasochismvhscyberpunkbrainwashing

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Videodrome in Italy?+

In Italy, Videodrome is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Amazon Video and CHILI. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Videodrome on Netflix?+

Videodrome is not on Netflix in Italy right now.

How long is Videodrome?+

Videodrome has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

Who stars in Videodrome?+

Videodrome stars James Woods, Debbie Harry, Sonja Smits, Peter Dvorsky and Leslie Carlson.

When did Videodrome come out?+

Videodrome is a 1983 movie directed by David Cronenberg.

What genre is Videodrome?+

Videodrome is Horror, Science Fiction and Mystery film.

Who directed Videodrome?+

Videodrome was directed by David Cronenberg.