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The Substance (2024) (4K Digital Film)

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AppleTV has The Substance (2024) (4K Digital Film) for $4.99.

Thanks to Deal Editor Discombobulated for sharing this deal.

Note, must purchase on iOS device using Apple TV app or on PC using iTunes for Windows software; search for title within Apple TV/iTunes if link(s) are not directing correctly.

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Written by Neo45 | Staff
  • TV show/series are not Movies Anywhere (MA) compatible; may only be viewed on AppleTV platform after purchase
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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The Substance is a disturbing, body horror thriller with a striking premise and memorable visuals. The surreal setup and creepy, gross imagery keep it compelling, and the film stays intense enough to hold attention even when it gets very graphic. The main drawback is the ending, which is repeatedly described as dragging on, becoming ridiculous, and undoing the payoff for some. It is an unsettling watch that leaves a strong impression.

  • Viewers who want a disturbing body-horror movie, because it is creepy, gross, and memorable.

  • Fans of surreal, dreamlike horror, because the film builds impossible visuals and a fever-like atmosphere from the start.

  • Moviegoers who like bold endings that fit an extreme setup, because the finale matches the film's play-like visuals and prior escalation.

  • Viewers who want a satisfying ending, because the finale is described as ridiculous, boring, and ruining the movie.

  • People who prefer lighter, less graphic horror, because the film gets very graphic and gross.

  • Families watching in shared spaces, because the movie has heavy nudity and is not suitable with kids around.

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Apr 28, 2026 12:26 PM
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BrandonB7066Apr 28, 2026 12:26 PM
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This is the movie that helped me get an Armenian girlfriend while visiting there.
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Apr 28, 2026 1:18 PM
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nycdudeApr 28, 2026 1:18 PM
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Good movie. Think I picked up for more for sure via vudu a whiles back since not MA.
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Apr 28, 2026 4:30 PM
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tacomaguy20Apr 28, 2026 4:30 PM
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This movie jumped the shark towards the end. It was pretty good until it descended into ridiculousness.
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Apr 28, 2026 5:20 PM
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AmusedMoon6137Apr 28, 2026 5:20 PM
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Would have been better if they shared a single consciousness. The older one didn't get any of the benefits, just the repercussions
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Apr 28, 2026 6:14 PM
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SlimeyfaceApr 28, 2026 6:14 PM
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Quote from BrandonB7066 View quoted comment :
This is the movie that helped me get an Armenian girlfriend while visiting there.

You injected her there with The Substance?
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Apr 28, 2026 6:14 PM
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Apr 28, 2026 6:14 PM
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Oh, Elisasue. Smilie
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Apr 28, 2026 6:50 PM
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DevynHeavenApr 28, 2026 6:50 PM
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Quote from tacomaguy20 View quoted comment :
This movie jumped the shark towards the end. It was pretty good until it descended into ridiculousness.
You're getting downvotes but you're completely right. The "performance" at the end not only ruins the entire movie but it drags on so long it's boring.
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Apr 28, 2026 9:48 PM
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James_bond003Apr 28, 2026 9:48 PM
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Quote from tacomaguy20 View quoted comment :
This movie jumped the shark towards the end. It was pretty good until it descended into ridiculousness.
I totally agree, the ending pushed the movie into the sci-fi category and animated, they could end the movie with the main protagonist just shut herself inside in disfigured form while watching the poster of herself in all her beauty outside the window.
Otherwise, it's a really good movie; it's nice to see that I was not the only one who felt the ending was disastrous.
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Apr 28, 2026 10:55 PM
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phewryApr 28, 2026 10:55 PM
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Crazy movie.
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Apr 29, 2026 1:36 AM
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HopedGibbon26Apr 29, 2026 1:36 AM
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Quote from tacomaguy20 View quoted comment :
This movie jumped the shark towards the end. It was pretty good until it descended into ridiculousness.
The ending was a big swing, and I don't think they totally landed it. But if you pay attention, the whole movie is surreal and impossible from the beginning. None of the hallways or doors make sense, or the view she has from her apartment. Her bathroom chamber doesn't make sense. Even that coffee shop she goes to doesn't make sense... why is it there? And where are all the friends or family in this woman's life?

The movie has a dreamlike quality and descends into a fever-like state by the end. I think it's just hard to notice because we're focused on the horrific things happening to a woman's body the whole movie.

My two cents. Doesn't mean you have to like the ending necessarily.
Last edited by HopedGibbon26 April 28, 2026 at 06:42 PM.
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Apr 29, 2026 2:23 AM
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tacomaguy20Apr 29, 2026 2:23 AM
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Quote from HopedGibbon26 View quoted comment :
The ending was a big swing, and I don't think they totally landed it. But if you pay attention, the whole movie is surreal and impossible from the beginning. None of the hallways or doors make sense, or the view she has from her apartment. Her bathroom chamber doesn't make sense. Even that coffee shop she goes to doesn't make sense... why is it there? And where are all the friends or family in this woman's life?

The movie has a dreamlike quality and descends into a fever-like state by the end. I think it's just hard to notice because we're focused on the horrific things happening to a woman's body the whole movie.

My two cents. Doesn't mean you have to like the ending necessarily.
It's been a while since I watched it but I wasn't paying much attention to the realism of her apartment, just what was happening to her... which was kind of a unique concept and crazy idea. It seemed almost believable even though it was obviously impossible. But then the movie stopped taking itself seriously. If it was supposed to be a bad dream that turned into a crazy nightmare, then I think they just did a bad job of presenting it that way. I was taking it as real and when I saw everybody ignoring reality at the end that's where I lost all interest.
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cam123Apr 29, 2026 4:01 AM
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Quote from tacomaguy20 View quoted comment :
This movie jumped the shark towards the end. It was pretty good until it descended into ridiculousness.
Exactly
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Apr 30, 2026 4:06 AM
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TeamInflationFighterApr 30, 2026 4:06 AM
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never again 🤮
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Apr 30, 2026 2:37 PM
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MogwaiWaterParkApr 30, 2026 2:37 PM
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Everyone is upset over Monstro ElisaSue? I loved that part 😂
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Apr 30, 2026 5:54 PM
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MrBobDabolinaApr 30, 2026 5:54 PM
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Boy there are a lot of spoilers in these comments!
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