---
title: "Vortex"
year: 2021
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/vortex-2021"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 807070
imdb_id: "tt14821150"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 142
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 287
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Vortex (2021) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/vortex-2021

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Vortex is a 2021 avant-garde psychological drama film written and directed by Gaspar Noé. The film stars Dario Argento as a father and author in his first leading role, alongside Françoise Lebrun as his wife, and Alex Lutz as their son, Stéphane. The plot follows the last days of an elderly couple stricken by dementia. Lui is a struggling author with a heart condition, and his wife Elle is a retired psychiatrist. The couple finds their idyllic life shattered when Elle begins to succumb to the effects of dementia. The film depicts the struggles and final days of the elderly couple.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | OVID, Darkroom | Kanopy, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, BFI Player |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Gaspar Noé
- **Networks / Studios**: Rectangle Productions, Les Cinémas de la Zone, KNM

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Dario Argento** as *Lui*
- **Françoise Lebrun** as *Elle*
- **Alex Lutz** as *Stéphane*
- **Kamel Benchemekh** as *Grocer*
- **Corinne Bruand** as *Claire*
- **Nathalie Roubaud** as *Junkie*
- **Kylian Dheret** as *Kiki*
- **Philippe Rouyer** as *Editorial Friend*
- **Jean-Pierre Bouyxou** as *Editorial Friend*
- **Laurent Aknin** as *Editorial Friend*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Vortex online?
Vortex is currently available to watch or stream on OVID, Darkroom, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Vortex worth watching?
Vortex holds a community rating of 7.1/10 based on 287 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Vortex and when was it released?
Vortex is a feature film with a runtime of 142 minutes. It was released in 2021. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Vortex?
Vortex was directed by Gaspar Noé.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Vortex — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/807070)
- [Vortex (2021 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vortex_(2021_film))
- [Vortex (2021) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/807070-vortex/cast)
- [Vortex (film, 2021) — Wikipédia](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vortex_(film,_2021))
- [Vortex (2021) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14821150/)
- [Vortex (2021) directed by Gaspar Noé • Reviews, film + cast](https://letterboxd.com/)

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