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The Alchemist Cookbook

2016, English. Directed by Joel Potrykus.

Self-made chemist Sean, a recluse living in an old trailer in the woods, suffers from pill-popping delusions of fortune. When his manic attempts at cracking the ancient secret of alchemy go awry he unleashes something far more sinister and dangerous.

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Released
13 March 2016
Country
United States of America
Written by
Joel Potrykus
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Is The Alchemist Cookbook worth watching?

Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.1/10 from 61 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is The Alchemist Cookbook?

The Alchemist Cookbook runs 82 minutes (1h 22m).

Does The Alchemist Cookbook have a post-credits scene?

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Which OTT platform is The Alchemist Cookbook on?

The Alchemist Cookbook is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and AMC Plus in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)

What movies are like The Alchemist Cookbook?

If you liked The Alchemist Cookbook, try Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls, Tales from the Darkside: The Movie, The Surrender.

Who directed The Alchemist Cookbook?

The Alchemist Cookbook (2016) was directed by Joel Potrykus and stars Ty Hickson, Amari Cheatom, Fiji.

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