---
title: "Ex Machina"
year: 2015
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/ex-machina-2015"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 264660
imdb_id: "tt0470752"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 108
community_rating: 7.6
vote_count: 14381
content_rating: "R"
---

# Ex Machina (2015) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/ex-machina-2015

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film Ex Machina is a story that involves a coder who wins a competition to spend time at a private retreat. The retreat belongs to the CEO of the company where the coder works. The coder, referred to as Caleb, travels to the remote location to participate in an experiment. The experiment involves interacting with a form of artificial intelligence. This artificial intelligence is housed in a robotic body that resembles a girl. The CEO, named Nathan, is the one who has set up this experiment. The story unfolds as Caleb participates in the experiment and interacts with the artificial intelligence. The setup of the story involves a unique and isolated location, which adds to the intrigue of the experiment. The details of the experiment and the interactions that take place are central to the story of Ex Machina.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A coder wins a contest to test a groundbreaking artificial intelligence at a secluded mountain estate."

### Why Watch
- compelling premise
- intense performances

### Caveats & Content Note
- slow pacing
- minimal cast
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains mature themes and intense psychological tension suitable for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: tense, cerebral, atmospheric, claustrophobic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Sundance Now Amazon Channel, Sundance Now Apple TV Channel | Crave | Google Play Movies, FlixFling, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Alex Garland
- **Networks / Studios**: DNA Films, Film4 Productions, IAC Films

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Domhnall Gleeson** as *Caleb*
- **Alicia Vikander** as *Ava*
- **Oscar Isaac** as *Nathan*
- **Sonoya Mizuno** as *Kyoko*
- **Corey Johnson** as *Jay*
- **Claire Selby** as *Lily*
- **Symara A. Templeman** as *Jasmine*
- **Gana Bayarsaikhan** as *Jade*
- **Tiffany Pisani** as *Katya*
- **Elina Alminas** as *Amber*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the film about?
A programmer participates in an experiment involving an advanced artificial intelligence.

### Q: Who directed the film?
The provided text does not specify the director.

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The events occur at a private mountain retreat.

### Q: What is the robot's role?
The robot is an artificial intelligence that interacts with the protagonist.

### Q: Is this a science fiction movie?
Yes, the plot centers on the development of artificial intelligence.

---
*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*