Cronos (1993)
Overview
Faced with his own mortality, an ingenious alchemist tried to perfect an invention that would provide him with the key to eternal life. It was called the Cronos device. When he died more than 400 years later, he took the secrets of this remarkable device to the grave with him. Now, an elderly antiques dealer has found the hellish machine hidden in a statue and learns about its incredible powers. The more he uses the device, the younger he becomes...but nothing comes without a price. Life after death is just the beginning as this nerve-shattering thriller unfolds and the fountain of youth turns bloody.
Where to watch Cronos
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | HBO Max | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | BFI Player | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, YouTube | Apple TV, YouTube |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| France | Sooner, Molotov TV, SFR Play | — | — |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Cronos in 6 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Cronos about?
Faced with his own mortality, an ingenious alchemist tried to perfect an invention that would provide him with the key to eternal life. It was called the Cronos device. When he died more than 400 years later, he took the secrets of this remarkable device to the grave with him. Now, an elderly antiques dealer has found the hellish machine hidden in a statue and learns about its incredible powers. The more he uses the device, the younger he becomes...but nothing comes without a price. Life after death is just the beginning as this nerve-shattering thriller unfolds and the fountain of youth turns bloody. Cronos is a Drama, Horror, Thriller movie, released on 1993-11-05, runtime 94 minutes.
Is Cronos worth watching?
TMDB users rate Cronos 6.7 out of 10 from 810 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Cronos?
In the United States, Cronos streams on HBO Max and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 4 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Guillermo del Toro
Cast
- Federico Luppi as Jesus Gris
- Ron Perlman as Angel de la Guardia
- Claudio Brook as De la Guardia
- Margarita Isabel as Mercedes
- Tamara Shanath as Aurora
- Mario Iván Martínez as Alchemist
- Daniel Giménez Cacho as Tito
- Farnesio de Bernal as Manuelito
- Juan Carlos Colombo as Funeral Director
- Jorge Martínez de Hoyos as Narrator (voice)
- Javier Álvarez as Bleeding Man
- Gerardo Moscoso as Drunk
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Sources
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