The Lobster
In a dystopian near future, single people, according to the laws of The City, are taken to The Hotel, where they are obliged to find a romantic partner in forty-five days or are transformed into animals and sent off into The Woods.
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max and Cinemax Amazon Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
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Out on DVD, Blu-Ray and Digital 8 Feb
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Frequently asked questions about The Lobster
Where can I watch The Lobster in the United States?
The Lobster is available to stream on HBO Max and Cinemax Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Lobster on HBO Max?
Yes. The Lobster is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Cinemax Amazon Channel.
Can I watch The Lobster for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Lobster needs a subscription to HBO Max and Cinemax Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
What are the ratings for The Lobster?
The Lobster scores 7.0 on The Movie Database, 7.1 on IMDb, 65% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 71 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The Lobster?
The Lobster stars Colin Farrell, Rachel Weisz, Olivia Colman, Léa Seydoux, and Michael Smiley. Yorgos Lanthimos is the director.
How long is The Lobster?
The Lobster runs 1h 59m (119 minutes).
When did The Lobster come out?
The Lobster was released on October 15, 2015.
Which studio made The Lobster?
The Lobster was produced by Scarlet Films, Haut et Court, and Eurimages in France, Greece, and Ireland.
What was the budget for The Lobster?
The Lobster was made on a budget of $4,000,000.
How much did The Lobster make at the box office?
The Lobster grossed $15,700,000 worldwide, against a budget of $4,000,000.
What languages is The Lobster in?
The Lobster is in English, French, and Greek, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.