Movie

The Zero Theorem

“Nothing is Everything”

★ 6.1(1,336)20131h 47m

The Zero Theorem is streaming on U-NEXT and Plus GAGA Amazon Channel in Japan, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and FOD. Availability checked 10 June 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Terry Gilliam
Release date: 2013-09-20
Runtime: 1h 47m
Language: English
Box office: $770,706
Budget: $8,500,000
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Zanuck Independent

The Zero Theorem — trailer

About The Zero Theorem

The Zero Theorem is a 2013 movie in the Drama, Fantasy and Science Fiction genres, directed by Terry Gilliam, starring Christoph Waltz, David Thewlis and Mélanie Thierry. It has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.1/10 from 1,336 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Zero Theorem in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A computer hacker's goal to discover the reason for human existence continually finds his work interrupted thanks to the Management; this time, they send a teenager and lusty love interest to distract him.

Cast

Christoph Waltz

Qohen Leth

David Thewlis

Joby

Mélanie Thierry

Bainsley

Lucas Hedges

Bob

Matt Damon

Management

Ben Whishaw

Doctor 3

Tilda Swinton

Dr. Shrink-Rom

Sanjeev Bhaskar

Doctor 1

Rupert Friend

TV Presenter

Peter Stormare

Doctor 2

Margarita Doyle

Mancom Computerised Lips

Lily Cole

Woman in Street Commercial

Themes & keywords

computervideo gamevirtual realitydystopia

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Zero Theorem in Japan?+

In Japan, you can stream The Zero Theorem on U-NEXT and Plus GAGA Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and FOD.

Is The Zero Theorem on Netflix?+

The Zero Theorem is not on Netflix in Japan right now, but you can stream it on U-NEXT and Plus GAGA Amazon Channel.

How long is The Zero Theorem?+

The Zero Theorem has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

Who stars in The Zero Theorem?+

The Zero Theorem stars Christoph Waltz, David Thewlis, Mélanie Thierry, Lucas Hedges and Matt Damon.

When did The Zero Theorem come out?+

The Zero Theorem is a 2013 movie directed by Terry Gilliam.

What genre is The Zero Theorem?+

The Zero Theorem is Drama, Fantasy and Science Fiction film.

Who directed The Zero Theorem?+

The Zero Theorem was directed by Terry Gilliam.