Altered States
A research scientist explores the boundaries and frontiers of human consciousness. Using sensory deprivation and hallucinogenic mixtures from Native American shamans, he explores these altered states of cognizance and finds that memory, time, and reality itself are states of mind.
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Frequently asked questions about Altered States
Where can I watch Altered States in the United States?
Altered States is available to stream on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Altered States for free?
Altered States streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Altered States?
Altered States scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Altered States?
Altered States stars William Hurt, Blair Brown, Bob Balaban, Charles Haid, and Thaao Penghlis. Ken Russell is the director.
How long is Altered States?
Altered States runs 1h 43m (103 minutes).
When did Altered States come out?
Altered States was released on December 25, 1980.
Which studio made Altered States?
Altered States was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for Altered States?
Altered States was made on a budget of $15,000,000.
How much did Altered States make at the box office?
Altered States grossed $19,853,892 worldwide, against a budget of $15,000,000.
What languages is Altered States in?
Altered States is in English and Spanish, and its original language is English.
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