Upstream Color
2013, English. Directed by Shane Carruth.
You can force your story's shape, but the color will always bloom upstream.
A man and woman are drawn together, entangled in the lifecycle of an ageless organism. Identity becomes an illusion as they struggle to assemble the loose fragments of wrecked lives.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 841 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Upstream Color
Upstream Color isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 5 April 2013
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Shane Carruth
- Budget
- $100K
- Box office
- $444K
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Upstream Color: quick answers
Is Upstream Color worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 841 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Upstream Color?
Upstream Color runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Upstream Color have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Upstream Color. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Upstream Color parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Upstream Color is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Upstream Color on?
Upstream Color isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Upstream Color?
If you liked Upstream Color, try Another End, Arrival, THX 1138.
Who directed Upstream Color?
Upstream Color (2013) was directed by Shane Carruth and stars Amy Seimetz, Shane Carruth, Andrew Sensenig.