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The Acid House

6.319981h 47mNRMovieComedyDrama

A surreal triptych adapted by "Trainspotting" author Irvine Welsh from his acclaimed collection of short stories. Combining a vicious sense of humor with hard-talking drama, the film reaches into the hearts and minds of the chemical…

DirectorPaul McGuigan
WriterIrvine Welsh
ProducersAlex Usborne·David Muir

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Cast · Directed by Paul McGuigan

EBEwen Bremner
Ewen Bremner
Coco Bryce
KMKevin McKidd
Kevin McKidd
Johnny
SMStephen McCole
Stephen McCole
Boab
JRJemma Redgrave
Jemma Redgrave
Jenny
MCMartin Clunes
Martin Clunes
Rory
MRMaurice Roëves
Maurice Roëves
God
AC
Arlene Cockburn
Kirsty
MGMichelle Gomez
Michelle Gomez
Catriona
GM
Gary McCormack
Larry
JMJenny McCrindle
Jenny McCrindle
Evelyn
GSGarry Sweeney
Garry Sweeney
Kev
SWSimon Weir
Simon Weir
Tambo

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The Acid House — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Acid House?

The Acid House is streaming on Shout! Factory, Plex and Tubi TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Acid House on Netflix?

No, The Acid House is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Shout! Factory and Plex.

Is The Acid House on Amazon Prime Video?

The Acid House isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Acid House for free?

The Acid House is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex and Tubi TV in United States.