The Addiction
A vampiric doctoral student tries to follow the philosophy of a nocturnal comrade and control her thirst for blood.
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Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel, ARROW, Kanopy, and Plex.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about The Addiction
Where can I watch The Addiction in the United States?
The Addiction is available to stream on Criterion Channel, ARROW, Kanopy, and Plex 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 The Addiction for free?
The Addiction streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Addiction?
The Addiction scores 6.5 on The Movie Database, 6.5 on IMDb, and 68% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in The Addiction?
The Addiction stars Lili Taylor, Christopher Walken, Annabella Sciorra, Edie Falco, and Paul Calderon. Abel Ferrara is the director.
How long is The Addiction?
The Addiction runs 1h 22m (82 minutes).
When did The Addiction come out?
The Addiction was released on October 6, 1995.
Which studio made The Addiction?
The Addiction was produced by Fast Films in the United States.
How much did The Addiction make at the box office?
The Addiction grossed $302,393 worldwide.
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.