A Scanner Darkly
2006, English. Directed by Richard Linklater.
Everything is not going to be OK.
An undercover cop in a not-too-distant future becomes involved with a dangerous new drug and begins to lose his own identity as a result.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 2,059 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch A Scanner Darkly
A Scanner Darkly isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Richard LinklaterDirector
- Keanu ReevesBob Arctor
- Robert Downey Jr.James Barris
- Woody HarrelsonErnie Luckman
- Winona RyderDonna Hawthorne
- Rory CochraneCharles Freck
- Mitch BakerBrown Bear Lodge Host
- Sean AllenAdditional Fred Scramble Suit Voice (voice)
- Cliff HabyVoice from Headquarters (voice)
- Steven Chester PrinceCop
- Natasha ValdezWaitress
- Mark TurnerAdditional Hank Scramble Suit Voice (voice)
- Chamblee FergusonMedical Deputy #2
Details
- Released
- 7 July 2006
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard Linklater
- Budget
- $8.7M
- Box office
- $7.7M
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What A Scanner Darkly is based on
A Scanner Darkly is based on A Scanner Darkly, a 1977 novel by Philip K. Dick, published by Doubleday.
Novel · 1977
A Scanner Darkly
By Philip K. Dick
Published by Doubleday
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A Scanner Darkly: quick answers
Is A Scanner Darkly worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 2,059 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Scanner Darkly?
A Scanner Darkly runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does A Scanner Darkly have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Scanner Darkly. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Scanner Darkly parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Scanner Darkly is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Scanner Darkly on?
A Scanner Darkly isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Scanner Darkly?
If you liked A Scanner Darkly, try Twelve Monkeys, Limitless, Blade Runner.
Who directed A Scanner Darkly?
A Scanner Darkly (2006) was directed by Richard Linklater and stars Keanu Reeves, Robert Downey Jr., Woody Harrelson.
What is A Scanner Darkly based on?
A Scanner Darkly is based on A Scanner Darkly, a 1977 novel by Philip K. Dick, published by Doubleday.