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The Rise of the Synths

7.620191h 22mMovieDocumentary

A documentary about the Synthwave scene, nostalgia and the universe of creating sounds. A love letter to human fascination and the collective memories of a universe, that never existed.

DirectorIván Castell
WriterIván Castell
ProducersJavier Moreno·Damien Jackson

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Cast · Directed by Iván Castell

JCJohn Carpenter
John Carpenter
Narrator (voice)
TLTyler Lyle
Tyler Lyle
Self - The Midnight
TMTim McEwan
Tim McEwan
Self - The Midnight
K
Kavinsky
Self - Kavinsky (archive footage)
RP
Robert Parker
Self
WWaveshaper
Waveshaper
Self
CB
Carpenter Brut
Self
NNina
Nina
Self
PPerturbator
Perturbator
Self
CTCom Truise
Com Truise
RMRubén Martínez
Rubén Martínez
Synth Rider
DGDavid Grellier
David Grellier
College

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The Rise of the Synths — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Rise of the Synths?

The Rise of the Synths is streaming on Tubi TV, Filmzie and Plex in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Rise of the Synths on Netflix?

No, The Rise of the Synths is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Tubi TV and Filmzie.

Is The Rise of the Synths on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Rise of the Synths isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Tubi TV and Filmzie instead.

Where can I watch The Rise of the Synths for free?

The Rise of the Synths is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV and Filmzie in Canada.