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‘Poor Things’ streaming premiere information – release date and cast details explained

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After the theatrical release in the United States on December 8, 2023, and in Ireland and the United Kingdom on January 12, 2024, fans are eagerly anticipating the arrival of Poor Things on various streaming platforms.

Based on the 1992 novel by Alasdair Gray, Yorgos Lanthimos’ Poor Things has been a hit, grossing over $100 million worldwide against a budget of $35 million. Released in the United States on December 8, 2023, and in Ireland and the United Kingdom on January 12, 2024, the film has left fans eager to know about its streaming availability.

For those who prefer watching movies at home, Poor Things will soon be available on various streaming networks for rent, purchase, and viewing. Current Hulu subscribers will be able to stream the film for free starting Thursday, March 7, 2024, just days before the Academy Awards.

Apart from Hulu, Poor Things can also be watched on platforms like Apple TV, Google Play Movies & TV, Amazon Prime Video, and YouTube, albeit with a price tag similar to premium theater tickets, as there are no rental options available at the moment.

The film has received glowing reviews, with audiences and critics alike falling in love with the story of Bella Baxter, a woman who undergoes an unconventional brain transplant and embarks on a journey of self-discovery in Victorian London, questioning societal norms and constructs along the way.

Poor Things boasts an impressive cast, with Emma Stone starring as Bella Baxter, Mark Ruffalo as Duncan Wedderburn, and Willem Dafoe as Dr. Godwin Baxter. Other notable cast members include Ramy Youssef, Christopher Abbott, and Margaret Qualley.

Nominated in 11 categories at the 96th Academy Awards, Poor Things has the potential to take home multiple Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress for Emma Stone. With the ceremony set to air live on ABC on Sunday, March 10, 2024, fans will have to wait to see if Poor Things can secure a win from its impressive nominations.

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