Affection vs The Substance
The Substance has the higher audience score (7.2/10 against 6.4/10 for Affection). Affection is the shorter watch at 1h 30m compared with 2h 21m. The Substance is the older of the two (2024 against 2026). Both are horror, science fiction movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Affection
The Substance| Affection | The Substance | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 6.4/10 | ★ 7.2/10 |
| Year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Length | 1h 30m | 2h 21m |
| Genres | Horror, Science Fiction | Drama, Horror, Science Fiction |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | BT Meza | Coralie Fargeat |
| Main cast | Joseph Cross, Jessica Rothe, Julianna Layne | Hugo Diego Garcia, Demi Moore, Oscar Lesage, Dennis Quaid, Margaret Qualley |
Synopsis
Affection
Afflicted by a mysterious condition that resets her memory, Ellie becomes trapped in a cyclical nightmare with a man who claims to be her husband. She soon must uncover the horrifying truth of her existence—before she forgets it all again.
The Substance
A fading celebrity decides to use a black market drug, a cell-replicating substance that temporarily creates a younger, better version of herself.
Where to watch
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