Rotten Tomatoes lists Ex Machina (2014), Alex Garland's science-fiction film, at 108 minutes, or 1h 48m, in the Rotten Tomatoes listing. Its end credits run about five minutes with no scene after them, and viewers can choose DVD, Blu-ray, 4K UHD or digital.
Wikipedia, citing BFI records, notes it was written and directed by Garland. It premiered 16 Dec 2014 at BFI Southbank, then reached the UK on 21 Jan 2015 and the US on 10 April 2015. Plan for just under two hours including credits.
Table of Contents
- How long should you set aside?
- Do you need to stay through the credits?
- Which rating will you see?
- Which home version should you pick?
How long should you set aside?
The theatrical cut runs 108 minutes from first frame to end of credits. That means a continuous viewing takes just under two hours. Add time for pauses, trailers or discussion when planning an evening.
Listed times can differ by a minute on some platforms. Stream On Demand notes that listings include credits and vary by service, so use its availability note as a reminder to check the current provider. Confirm the provider shows the 108-minute cut before pressing play.
Do you need to stay through the credits?
You do not need to stay for a bonus scene. Spoiler Town reports no post-credits stinger, and the story ends with Ava in the crowd. Once the main ending resolves, the narrative is complete.
The credits themselves run about five minutes. MediaStinger describes evolving line-art and dot patterns during that sequence, with Savages' "Husbands" played over them, in its MediaStinger credits report. Watch them for the design and music, not for plot.
Which rating will you see?
Christy Lemire's review records an R rating in the US for graphic nudity, language, sexual references and some violence. The UK rating is BBFC 15. Both ratings restrict younger viewers.
That matters for family viewing and school use. The 108-minute R/15 cut is the standard version on legitimate services. Do not expect a shortened classroom edit unless a provider clearly labels one.
Which home version should you pick?
Seat42F, reporting Lionsgate's release, dates the Blu-ray plus Digital HD and DVD plus Digital editions to 14 July 2015 after A24's US theatrical run, in its Seat42F release report. A higher-resolution 4K Ultra HD plus Blu-ray plus Digital version followed on 6 June 2017, with UK 4K Steelbook releases later.
Streaming availability changes by service and region. Check the current provider for the 108-minute R/15 cut, and do not stay seated expecting a bonus scene.
- DVD plus Digital for older players and small screens
- Blu-ray plus Digital HD for full high-definition picture and sound
- 4K UHD plus Blu-ray plus Digital for the sharpest home presentation
- Digital SVOD for rental or purchase without discs