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The Electric State

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4.6
User score
Mixed or Average
positive
86(31%)
mixed
85(30%)
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Showing 80 User Reviews
Jun 20, 2026
4
MzK
Ortalama ve altı seviyede bir yapım olmuş. Çok daha iyi olabilirmiş diye düşünüyorum...
May 20, 2026
6
TheGalaxyWeb
Meh movie! The budget could have been spent to make another Mario movie as always
Jan 11, 2026
10
Daviptsr
Não entendo o hate filme íncrivel da Millie Bobby Brown e Chris Pratt um dos melhores filmes que vi ano passado
Sep 4, 2025
5
strangebrew123
I really liked the animatronics and the sets, but the acting was pretty awful. The story was decent enough, but was let down by the pacing. Ultimately I didn't care enough about the characters, despite really liking the authors books. I'd watch it again, but not for a while.
Aug 27, 2025
3
HellHoleHorror
This is the epitome of “very forgettable”. It is exactly what I’ve grown to expect from a film starring any of the Stranger Things alumni, basically a generic cash-in on their name alone. The Electric State is basically The Last of Us but with robots and without Joel (Chris Pratt’s character is pointless so doesn’t count). It’s not all bad though. The visual effects are really impressive and there are some good moments of character development which are really engaging but sadly this is only a small focus of the film. The rest of the focus is flat jokes, dreary action, shallow story and forgettable characters. The finale forces sentimentality onto you awkwardly. It’s a total waste of budget.
Aug 12, 2025
8
banjjo
I think it was pretty good for a sci-fi action flick...I was expecting this to be an Oscar worthy type movie and I dont think it was meant to be that at all. It supposed to be a chill on the couch enjoy this type of movie.
Jul 22, 2025
4
eva3si0n
The Electric State is an attempt to make a dystopia and partially post-polypsis for children of primary school age. And the target audience of the project is read immediately. Everything here is either cardboard or maximally hypertrophied. Watching The Electric State without a child is almost torture. The Electric State is the most stupid film according to the script. I don't know the original. But the film clearly simplified the whole story and the setting of the world to the maximum. The cast is not bad, but everyone plays for nothing. And then you see the project budget of 320 million and you don't understand anything else. I can't recommend this movie to anyone, except for children who don't understand the more adult presentation yet.
Jun 29, 2025
7
Captainbearddd
Not great but not bad either. Excellent soundtrack with piano covers of great songs. Not sure why everyone is hating. Just a decent action movie with a great cast.
Jun 22, 2025
7
FuzzyFriendsHQ
The Electric State is a visually stunning sci-fi adventure that blends retro-futuristic charm with emotional beats and a touch of humor. Though the story can feel uneven and occasionally overwhelmed by its ambition, the film still delivers a heartfelt journey through a dystopian landscape. Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt bring a grounded energy to a world built on spectacle, and the high production value keeps the experience engaging. It’s not groundbreaking, but for fans of visually rich, emotionally driven sci-fi, it’s a worthwhile and entertaining ride.
Jun 8, 2025
7
DarknessKing195
[SPOILER ALERT: This review contains spoilers.]
Jun 8, 2025
8
KhalielPrime
A very good entertainment, worthy of the adventure films of the ’80s like E.T. or The Goonies! And suitable for the whole family. The special effects are amazing, you don’t see the time pass, and it fills you with wonder — that’s all you could ask **** for those who spat their hatred because the film cost 320 million, wake up, it’s 2025 — that’s what a movie with that much CGI costs. When Fast and Furious X spent 340 million on lousy special effects, nobody cried scandal. And if it’s because the film is released on a streaming platform instead of theaters, again, get out of the fairytale world. Cinema is a thing of the past, the future is streaming, just like digital slowly kills physical formats. Stop putting on blinders and accept that the world is changing.Finally, for those who said it’s all been seen before and there are no surprises: not every movie needs to surprise you. The purpose of a film is to escape reality and entertain, not to shock. A simple film telling a nice story suitable for the whole family doesn’t need a twist ending. It can have a “conventional” story without being bad.
May 4, 2025
8
Habibiehakim
When i sat down to watch The Electric State, i had already been influenced by the wave of negativity surrounding it, for the first 30 minutes, i was skeptical, expecting something truly awful based on all the harsh reactions online, but as the film unfolded, i started to see something very different, a heartfelt, simple story with surprisingly likable characters, both human and the robots. The movie isn't trying to be overly complex or groundbreaking, it tells a clear, emotional story about a girl on a journey to find her brother, with plenty of charm along the way, despite the usual criticism surrounding Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt, professionally i see both of them doing a completely fine job in the movie, they fits well within the narrative, and Stanley Tucci brings his usual excellence as a villain, and once again proves how easily he can elevate any role he's given. What really caught me off guard was how much i cared about the robots, they weren't just background elements, they had personality, emotion, and purpose. The Russo brothers clearly put effort into The Electric State, it's not a perfect film, but it's one with heart, fun action, and solid pacing, i never felt bored, and i found myself genuinely wanting to understand what was going on, that alone tells me the film worked. And i know The Russo is always passionate about making these films, that's why the action sequence is fun, the characters are working, the writing might not be masterful but still followable especially for a 2 hours movie. After The Gray Man and their work in the MCU, it's obvious the Russos know how to craft engaging stories, i don't believe this film deserves the hate it's getting, it's far from a disaster, in fact, i had a really good time with it, The Electric State is far from the trainwreck some make it out to be, it's an enjoyable, well-made film that does what it sets out to do, entertain and connect.
May 3, 2025
0
sarsety
maior porcaria, meu deus me devolva meu tempo perdido assistido esta porcaria pior coisa ja feita.
Apr 30, 2025
4
msobczak1
The Electric State is passable family entertainment that is also conspicuously inert. Watching it is like watching someone describe an awesome film they watched in the most boring way possible. The film is vaporous despite talented people both in front of and behind the camera. It may hold the title as the most a film adaptation has ever departed from its source material in cinematic history. Then there’s the uncanny way the film serves as meta commentary on itself and the filmmakers. Regardless, The Electric State is a strangely compelling viewing experience, even if it’s for the wrong reasons. Toss-up. detroitcineaste
Apr 18, 2025
10
Alejndro
Ya estamos hasta los cojones de la prensa del cine, todo lo que dicen son mentiras porque Estado eléctrico es mejor que Blancanieves y que Velma
Apr 16, 2025
1
Kaffranzka
The Electric State offers shimmering surfaces that dazzle briefly before peeling away to reveal a hollow core—a gaudy, empty shell, beautifully dressed in digital illusion but utterly bereft of narrative marrow. Fifteen, maybe twenty minutes in, and I found myself grappling with existential regret, questioning the wisdom of spending my limited time on something so utterly devoid of engagement or depth. From the opening frames, empathy was conspicuously absent, replaced by a blunt and patronizing storytelling approach that left no space for interpretation or intrigue. The film spoon-fed its every beat, reducing potentially compelling moments into bland, pre-digested mush—cornflakes already chewed, milk already soured, leaving nothing but a foul, uninspired taste. To be fair, the film had one redeeming feature: the Matryoshka doll-inspired robot. A clever nod, a machine hidden within another, within yet another—a subtle, evocative homage to the alien concealed inside the android from Men in Black. This singular detail was genuinely inventive, a fleeting spark of originality. But even this standout moment inevitably fell prey to predictability, its initial charm dimmed by the film's broader failures. True, the visuals shimmer impressively, conjuring a mechanized dreamscape rich with metallic allure and synthetic grandeur. Yet even these tantalizing glimpses couldn’t compensate for the film’s profound absence of soul, depth, or originality. Instead, viewers are force-fed a stale narrative, composed entirely of overripe clichés, plucked lazily from the lowest branches of the genre tree. In an era overflowing with brilliant films and unending queues of worthwhile content, The Electric State simply doesn’t justify the investment. Save yourself the frustration and dive instead into something that respects your intelligence, time, and desire for authentic storytelling. Dedicating even moments to The Electric State seems almost criminally irresponsible. Let this one drift quietly into deserved obscurity, freeing you to explore stories more deserving of your finite time.
Apr 15, 2025
3
Steprock
Unrelentingly stupid. It's obviously a copy/paste of every Marvel movie and it MUST have been written by AI. No human could have reviewed that and said OK. It's also obvious from interviews that the Russos didn't really want to adapt the book or its bleak themes. Not when there are robots to punch and 1-liners to deliver.
Apr 14, 2025
10
Iwhitacre
Idk I guess it was too emotional for some people? I loved it, haven’t seen world building like that since late eighties early nineties. I must just be weird but the movies where things are happening at warp speed and amazing things are introduced and thrown away just as quickly causes me so much disconnect I generally fall asleep (i.e.modern blockbusters). I really liked the pacing and artistry. Reminded me of peak Stephen Spielberg. Also seemed beautifully relevant with the current state of class wars. Not really sure why I’m writing this, it’s my first review. I guess I just really liked this flick for some reason and I’m confused by all the hate. I.e. the Brutalist is a wonderful movie, but it’s certainly hard to watch, this movie also gave me a sense of wonder and is served with a bit of sugar like Penny the mail robot. Thank you!!! Cheers:-)
Apr 11, 2025
2
AJHester
Missing a lot of...well, just missing a lot. Chris Pratt does Chris Pratt stuff, and that's generally a good time, and it looks pretty cool. But the rest of the movie is flat. Pratt's and Anthony Mackie's back-and-forth is charming, but not charming enough to carry the movie. Did make me want to read the source material, though.
Apr 9, 2025
4
Animaestro
Felt like an average sci-fi movie where they realize the robots aren’t bad, but then add Mr. Peanut to create a two hour long add
Apr 6, 2025
4
Maverick_2023
I was bored by the whole thing. Stayed until the end despite the urge to cut my losses and switch over to something else. Had no idea that they spent over $300 million on this. That’s just mad.
Apr 6, 2025
6
Ralfbergs
On paper it seemed it might be interesting but while watching it just felt so boring throughout - yes parts of it was ok, but overall it lacked something- and such movie with such budget should feel opposite, it should feel like you do not want to miss any parts at all.
Apr 6, 2025
3
MjDenver
A truly forgettable movie. The characters are about as undercooked as the world they inhabit. Brown's performance is subpar, but when the character is written to be so boring, it didn't give her much to work with. Pratt plays a fast-talking protagonist again, but doesn't fit the movie's overall tone. Some of the visuals are very well done, but overall, that doesn't come close to saving this two-hour-long drag.
Apr 5, 2025
10
Gerhard2023
I don't understand the bad reviews of this movie, the critics speak very badly, they have hatred and they put it as the worst you can see of this genre. But I liked it, it is very entertaining and has good effects that more ask for?? I don't understand what people are looking for to see a movie but hey. I give it a hundred scores, but it would really be eighty or eighty-five.
Apr 5, 2025
8
Vastego
Watched it as a family. Highly entertaining, visually excellent and an interesting story What’s not to like? I struggle to equate the critics recipe to the film we’ve just seen- I can’t help wondering there’s some other reason for the scores they have given
Apr 3, 2025
9
Itchy
Why all the hate?? This movie is so anti-corporate oligarchs. It probably scared the sh__t out of them. They cranked up all the human and non-human social media bots to try to take this movie down. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Oligarchs can’t handle the truth.
Apr 1, 2025
5
Jejwwkfh
Es una película con una atmósfera muy buena. Si efectos especiales son exelentes, pero Godzilla Minus One se ve igual de bien con mucho menos presupuesto. Es una película poco consistente y sosa. Pero entretenida
Apr 1, 2025
4
Devilman74
What’s a terrible movie, There’s nothing that you can save in this movie, Just little parts of CG but nothing else! Why did it throw away all this money for making move like this, there’s short movies made by people for passion, Even better then above move! The only good thing of this movie is Mr. Peanut because it’s Woody Harrelson!
Mar 29, 2025
5
MrTable
absolute disgrace to the source material. if you treat this as a separate entity from the book, like the world war z movie, it is an average and somewhat entertaining film
Mar 29, 2025
10
Martuleitor
Can't believe people are giving this movie such a bad score. I had a fun time watching it.
Mar 26, 2025
9
ThatGuy1602
This is excellent escapism... An entertaining movie with lots of great visual gags. Worth watching just to see all the different robots they included. It's not Shakespeare, but that's not why I watch Netflix. The actors are fun and the story progresses in a satisfactory manner. The movie delivered on all it was supposed to.Most importantly, I had fun. That's got to start counting for something again.
Mar 24, 2025
9
YuriRuso
It seems to me a movie far below what Netflix usually produces. It has a story that could have been explored further. I don't see the characters as bad either, the story is simply very poorly executed but it doesn't seem that bad to me.
Mar 22, 2025
10
Habib1234
A conversation that is engaging, respectful, and leaves everyone feeling heard and understood. It's about
Mar 24, 2025
4
AnActorExplains
Simon Stålenhag is the wonderful electronic artist behind the retro-futuristic digital “oil” paintings that inspire this movie. Employing a unique method of storytelling, his books allow the reader to experience fantastic country scenes, each related to an evolving plotline. His coming to prominence is a well-deserved triumph, although I sincerely doubt “The Electric State” is what he intended, in terms of a worldwide breakthrough for his cherished artwork.Politics is alive and well in the film industry. Now, more than ever, productions are being weaponized with the intention of serving up an ideology to the masses. In the 1930’s when the Germanic elements of Disney’s Snow White were toned down for the American household, that was politics. In the 1980’s when James Bond could no longer tease and bed women, that was politics. The brutal truth is that Hollywood has a long track record of not caring for artists or their vision. Despite presenting some of the moral reflections of its source material (namely, a critique of our modern-day inability to be present, due to our obsession with the digital world), this film is mostly a Woke production. Under this partisan umbrella, the film takes on a different agenda: themes of prejudice and forced labor are included; adults, especially parents, are painted in an unreasonable light; all men are painted as evil, spineless or inept, and a border wall is included. Please understand: these narratives WOULD be fine in normal storytelling. Here, however, they are weaponized against the American public, used for social standing amongst the elites, and applied for the prejudiced funding of Black Rock initiatives (funding that producers might be easily pocketing!). Sadly, this ongoing commentary is also imparted with a heavy dose of condescension. This lecturing is not only off putting to the viewer, but also heavily obscures any morale Stålenhag might have imparted in the first **** more and more partisan productions fail in spectacular manner and despite the industry beginning to tone down its rhetorc, regardless of how many critics are bought and paid for, Hollywood’s efforts of deception fail to prevent the masses from avoiding cinemas. Film studios can spend as many millions as they want; if the message they are sending isn’t wholesome, moral or considerate, then it isn’t art. In this case, its politics. The entire story, and mankind as a whole, suffers from it.
Mar 23, 2025
7
LionHarT_X_255
This movie is fantastic, go and have a look yourself! It's a family adventure that you don't want to miss out on, since good movies are so rare these days.
Mar 23, 2025
10
XtremeNova
Not sure why the bad reviews. It has a blockbuster lineup and more. It is a touching story about a brother and sister losing everything. There's even humor in it but then again, how could it not be with all the stars in the movie. Yes sometimes it's all over the place and sometimes not make sense, but overall it's a really good.
Mar 22, 2025
5
jorgesanttana
A venture in the Exclusion Zone The Electric State becames the first film to cost $300 million investment without being part of a previously established franchise. Feels like it was directed and finished in a rush, in an attempt to make a film that was perhaps shorter than it really should have been. Aside from the impressive visual effects, consistent production design and good soundtrack, the film directed by the Russo brothers did not do justice to the film's star cast, and wasted a huge potential for the adaptation of the graphic novel of the same name. With the huge expectations that Netflix had been showing for the release of this film, came what will possibly become the Russo brothers' worst work. /pt-br The Eletric State, o primeiro filme a receber um investimento na casa dos U$300 milhões sem fazer parte de uma franquia previamente estabelecida, passa a sensação de ter sido dirigido e finalizado às pressas, em uma tentativa de talvez fazer um filme de menos minutos do que realmente deveria ter. A não ser pelos impressionantes efeitos visuais, consistente design de produção e boa trilha sonora, o filme dirigido pelos irmãos Russo não fez juz ao elenco de estrelas do filme, e desperdiçou um enorme potencial para a adaptação da graphic novel de mesmo nome. Com a enorme expectativa que a Netflix vinha demonstrando com o lançamento deste filme, veio o que possivelmente se tornará o pior trabalho dos irmãos Russo.
Mar 22, 2025
10
caio_metacritic
It's a fantastic movie, everyone need see it. Chris Pratt make a so good work Please don't trust in paid reviews
Mar 22, 2025
1
Diamonddhsh
Over use of same O actors. Watch 1/4 of the movie then rest went blank last thing I know the movie was over. NETFLIX subscription not worth it the priced. The whole story didn't went hard they trying to be. Suggestions not use well known actors pretty sure this actor is netflix cashcow.
Mar 22, 2025
8
Zaine6
As a 90s kid, fan of jurassic park, stranger things and robots with the fallout universe vibe, loved every bit of it.
Mar 21, 2025
2
Dirmagnos
The book is a criticism of rampant consumerist economy. This movie is the pinnacle of it, completely missing the point and in fact outright representing everything book criticized - corporatist, consumerist, extremely dumbed down, superficial, poorly written(with plot holes size of Titanic) flashy piece of fast-food type "modern entertainment", meant for people with intelligence of a tree stump and attention span of gold fish. I did not see even an attempt at conveying tone of the book. It all decayed to the level of "ohh look funny robots". If you never read a book, then it is fairly generic dystopian movie, that is maybe 6. If you did, then just reread the book instead, substantially superior experience. Book is merely a setting for this movie, background, with entire(often nonsensical) plot of the motion picture being almost completely written from scratch, by dollar-store writers, that reflects in new plot quality.
Mar 21, 2025
2
electronicoffee
What a terrible, uninspired bore of a movie. A stab in the heart of the creative roots it came from. The source material is 10 out of 10, but this is nothing like it and it shows in every second, that feels like a minute. I had to break up my watching of this over 3-4 sessions because it's THAT bad. Every single actor in this should be ashamed and The Russo Brothers should be forever barred from AAA Studios.
Mar 21, 2025
10
ROBADV777
"The Electric State" is hands down the BEST MOVIE ON NETFLIX! A visually stunning masterpiece with incredible production, creative artistry, and a well-told yet simple story. The special effects are absolutely breathtaking, bringing this fascinating world to life in a spectacular way. A fun and immersive film for the whole family, bordering on perfection! A must-watch!
Mar 19, 2025
6
ProfAmateur
Ganz okay. Eine Mischung zwischen den Games "Fallout" und "Atomic Heart". Die Geschichte der Bösewichte hätte etwas knackiger sein können.
Mar 18, 2025
4
Nerdcall
Since conquering the world with Avengers: Endgame, brothers Joe and Anthony Russo have faced a harsh reality: the difficulty of replicating their success outside Marvel Studios. Their post-Ultimatum projects, Cherry and Hidden Agent, were met with a lukewarm reception, revealing the duo's fragility when removed from a previously established cinematic universe. The Electric State, their latest work, appears as their last chance to demonstrate that they still have the ability to tell good stories in isolation. However, the film not only reaffirms their narrative limitations, but also exposes an excessive reliance on easy formulas: nostalgia, blatant references to other works and a superficial appeal to the public.Based on the graphic novel by Simon Stålenhag, The Electric State was supposed to be an immersive work of science fiction, capable of exploring the relationship between humans, artificial intelligence and technology in an apocalyptic world. The genre has already been brilliantly explored by other films, such as The Matrix and Ex Machina, raising philosophical and ethical questions about the impact of technology on society. However, the Russo brothers choose to reduce these themes to simple subplots and turn the robots into comic reliefs, emptying them of any reflective potential. Instead of a thought-provoking approach, the film is content to be a parade of references to the 90s, using pop brands and elements in an excessively obvious way. The attempt to cover up this dependence is non-existent; on the contrary, the directors make a point of making their influences clear, which ends up diluting any trace of originality in the narrative.Another major problem with The Electric State is the fragility of its character development. The relationship between humans and robots is shallow, without emotion or genuine impact. The protagonists are constructed in a stereotypical way, and the attempt to forge a family drama doesn't find enough narrative foundation to work. The film especially fails to address the emotional arc of its characters, making the journey an apathetic experience. Millie Bobby Brown tries hard to carry the film, moving well between drama and comedy, but the script doesn't offer her solid material. Chris Pratt repeats his performance from Guardians of the Galaxy, without adding any layer to his character. Even more disappointing is the waste of talented actors like Stanley Tucci and Giancarlo Esposito, relegated to irrelevant roles with virtually no screen **** the technical side, the movie has moments of brilliance, but also stumbles. The high budget of $320 million makes The Electric State Netflix's most expensive production, but the investment isn't always reflected on screen. Some visual effects sequences are impressive, while others seem rushed, without the necessary polish. This imbalance suggests that, despite the money invested, the film lacked a director capable of balancing the visual resources narratively. Gareth Edwards, with Resistance, and Takashi Yamazaki, with Godzilla Minus One, have shown that budget is not a determining factor for well-executed visual effects, as long as there is efficient planning right from the shoot. The Russo brothers, on the other hand, seem to rely more on grandiosity than visual **** question remains: where do the Russo brothers go from here? Their next big project will be none other than Avengers: Doomsday, and concern is growing at their difficulty in delivering an engaging movie without an established foundation. So far, all his projects outside of Marvel have shown creative exhaustion and an inability to tell remarkable stories without resorting to pre-established formulas. It's possible that his next foray into the Avengers will also suffer from these problems, only finding redemption in the eagerly awaited Avengers: Secret **** the end, The Electric State had everything it needed to be a great movie: a good basis in the graphic novel, a talented cast and a million-dollar budget. However, the directors took the easy way out, filling the film with nostalgia and references instead of exploring its story in depth. The result is a movie that occasionally entertains, but is superficial and forgettable. Netflix has invested in an empty overproduction that is unlikely to make a mark on the science fiction genre.
Mar 18, 2025
7
Klebart
Overall I thought the movie and robots were entertaining. Admittedly, however, I've never read the source material. I also must admit that the plot with her brother felt a bit weak and the ending was a bit weak too. 7 is a bit generous, but I think a 5 or 6 isn't quite right. It's not exactly something that will surprise you, but it's definitely watchable. I liked it.
Mar 18, 2025
2
Marvin2211
The story has so much potential, but happens to be very boring with poor developments. Worldbuilding isnt good enough, so no real atmosphere coming up. Millie Bobby Brown is acting fine, but Chris Pratts role is really disasterous.
Mar 18, 2025
3
loganjj22
I was very excited to see this movie, and very disappointed after watching it. It was so dull, nothing overly exciting happens, I did not care about a single character. The only positive is that I liked the art/graphics of the film, but nothing else. I can't say I'm glad I spend 2 hours watching this.
Mar 18, 2025
2
Whitstableboy
Soulless. It was either written by AI or by a roomful of execs. The actors do their best, but with zero story, we're left with a collection of nice FX scenes interspersed with curated scenes from ET, AI, T2 and countless other 80s and 90s action films. It's a colossal mess and a huge disappointment. If it was on at the cinema, I would have asked for a refund. As it's on Netflix, they have one extra viewer so will see it as a success. Shamefully bad.
Mar 18, 2025
2
An0nym0us
It has potential but it was very boring. The idea of humans vs robots is very repeated and also the idea of a human make a good relationship with a robot is another cliché.
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