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Synopsis
In the near future, hearing voices inside your head might actually save your life. Or at least that’s the case for Grey Trace (Logan Marshall-Green), a man paralyzed in the same mugging that left his wife dead. Despite being a technophobe, Grey agrees to an experimental new implant called STEM – a computer chip that offers a cure to his paralysis, and a chance for him to avenge his wife’s death. But STEM isn’t just a passive plug in. It’s got a voice and mind of its own, and may prove to be the best companion Grey could ask for. Upgrade is written and directed by Leigh Whannell, the creator of Saw and Insidious. This action-packed thriller also stars Betty Gabriel, Harrison Gilbertson, and Benedict Hardie.
Cast
- Logan Marshall-Green
- Betty Gabriel
- Harrison Gilbertson
- Christopher Kirby
- Simon Maiden
- Benedict Hardie
- Melanie Vallejo
- Richard Cawthorne
- Clayton Jacobson
- Sachin Joab
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Imagine if ratatouille was all neon and remy went full-on john wick mode and picked some sexy mechanic version of linguini
mary🦋Jun 1, 2018a little cheesy sometimes, but i did really get a kick out of this. the camerawork in the action scenes alone make it worthwhile. i do have something to say however, and i don’t know where else to put these thoughts, so it’s gonna have to be here: hollywood and the media…
LucyDec 18, 2020this happened to my buddy eddie
˗ˏˋ suspirliam ˊˎ˗ - Jun 5, 2018
Watching Logan Marshall-Green's A.I.-controlled body absolutely wreck people is one of the purest cinematic pleasures of 2018
Patrick WillemsJan 31, 2021you know this is set in the future because he sneezed on someone and they died
adamboltApr 30, 2020alexa kill this clown
Erik 🎼 - Sep 2, 2018
Can’t help but wonder what Cronenberg would have done with this material, but Whannell is coming into his own as a director. It’s obviously made on a low budget (takes place in a giant mega city with a population of about 25 people) and like a lot of B sci-fi, it’s much…
Matt SingerOct 24, 2020UPGRADE grossed $17 million while VENOM earned $854 million and both are basically the same movie, do you guys think people deserve rights?? Leigh Whannell's Upgrade is one of the best sci-fi movies of last decade. An energetic, pulpy, brutal and endlessly inventive…
NakulFeb 26, 202063 Scrappy, speculative sci-fi with a satisfying spin on body-horror and autonomy. Often felt constricted due to budget, but it's focused on a thrilling pulp vibe rather than grand ideas so it evens out.
SilentDawn
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- kristi likedUpgrade
ok??? honestly that ending wasn’t enough for me but i still appreciate the movie overall (pt. 2???). the first 20 mins got me🥲 the cinematography was incredible. most of the movie i totally thought stem was a G, while having suspicions. but fr every time u thINK u know what’s gunna happen, movie…
Hunter Alleman likedUpgrade7.3/10 A sci-fi that has messages about today’s world. In a world where neura-link is now a real concept that they are testing out it almost comes off as a warning. Had great fight choreography and I liked the lead actor. It’s worth a watch if you like sci-fi/action films
Gabriel Fujita Sakakura lovedUpgrade10/10 action scenes + Mind blowing plot - still processing
- yani lovedUpgrade
THIS WAS INSANE. A MUST WATCH!! 10/10
Clay Werner is "meh" onUpgrade6.2 - A fun enough, if pretty flawed, sci-fi action thriller. Leigh Whannell’s inconsistency is baffling. There are some pieces that are really well done like some fun camera work that really plays on the robotics angle. The lighting is very inconsistent & distracts from some of the heavier action…
Nick Dubberly lovedUpgradeHolyfuckingshit, file this under “I waited way too long to see this”! This film is not talked about enough. This was all kinds of fantastic! I love the story, the fight sequences, all of it. Logan Marshall-Green gives a fantastic performance. A must watch in my book!
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Zack Thulin likedUpgradeexceptional example of a dystopian sci-fi thriller. great actor, great director, but i feel like there could have been more to the story. i really liked the idea of a voice in your head that takes your body over. best plot twist i’ve seen in a movie in a while.
Horror movie fan likedUpgradeI just finished this film and it was amazing. The fight scene were awesome. The sound effects of the robotics and the technology of rewinding phone calls or what the person sees through their eyes is really unique. If you love action films this is for you 8/10
NoobCentral945 lovedUpgradeThis movie is insane. It has an amazing plot, amazing acting, amazing camera work, and holy hell there’s a lot of gore and blood. It’s a fun movie, but it also hits you hard with some scenes. And an ending which will leave a bittersweet taste in your mouth.
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- VJVALARIE JEFFERSON
THIS MOVIE WAS GREAT! I DID NOT KNOW WHAT TO EXPECT BUT IT WAS REALLY GOOD. THE STORYLINE WAS GOOD AND THERE WAS ACTION AND INTELLIGENCE.
KDKerrie D'ercoleWas not expecting much, but this movie was surprisingly good,!
DBDustin BoydThis movie is what’s wrong with society
- AVAndrew Valencia
Freaking amazing movie. Must see. Great story that keeps getting better and a perfect ending. Watch it!!!
BLBuck LaneBesides the inconsiderate family and their crying baby the movie was great.
DCDavid CribaroI'd call it a B rated action sifi, decent movie but nothing stellar.
- KHKimberly Harris
Randomly found out about this movie so I had no expectations going in. It was actually pretty good. Definitely recommend going to see!
OJOscar JimenezGreat promotions, ads, commercials but When you go watch it you find out it’s a stupid movie. Hate it with all my guts. Waste of my time and money. Upgrade to a better story line and upgrade on your action.
NFNina Francisi fell asleep in the middle. kinda boring.
Metacritic
Jun 4, 2018
Like all B-movies, this one provides moments of visceral satisfaction while ignoring nuance and (at times) logic.
James Berardinelli
ReelViews
May 31, 2018
What Whannell wants most to do is torment and eventually pulverize most of the people in his narrative orbit and make you laugh while he does so.
Dave White
TheWrap
May 30, 2018
Upgrade is a movie by Leigh Whannell, who wrote “Saw,” “Insidious” and other memorable horror movies. But other than the occasional moment of stunningly gratuitous gore, it’s nothing like those films.
Peter Hartlaub
San Francisco Chronicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Upgrade (2018) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as R, meaning that Under 17 requires an adult accompaniment.
How long is Upgrade (2018)?
The movie is 1hr 40min long.
What's Upgrade (2018) about?
In the near future, hearing voices inside your head might actually save your life. Or at least that’s the case for Grey Trace (Logan Marshall-Green), a man paralyzed in the same mugging that left his wife dead. Despite being a technophobe, Grey agrees to an experimental new implant called STEM – a computer chip that offers a cure to his paralysis, and a chance for him to avenge his wife’s death. But STEM isn’t just a passive plug in. It’s got a voice and mind of its own, and may prove to be the best companion Grey could ask for. Upgrade is written and directed by Leigh Whannell, the creator of Saw and Insidious. This action-packed thriller also stars Betty Gabriel, Harrison Gilbertson, and Benedict Hardie.
Who's the cast of Upgrade (2018)?
- Logan Marshall-Green as Grey Trace
- Betty Gabriel as Cortez
- Harrison Gilbertson as Eron
- Christopher Kirby as Tolan
- Simon Maiden as Stem
- Benedict Hardie as Fisk
- Melanie Vallejo as Asha Trace
- Richard Cawthorne as Serk
- Clayton Jacobson as Manny
- Sachin Joab as Dr. Bhatia
Who's the director behind Upgrade (2018)?
Leigh Whannell directed Upgrade (2018).
Who produced Upgrade (2018)?
Rosemary Blight, Ben Grant and Charles Layton produced Upgrade (2018).
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