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The Shadow Effect

5.020171h 33mMovieScience FictionActionThriller

A young man's life is turned upside down when his violent dreams begin to blend with reality.

DirectorsAmariah Olson·Obin Olson
WritersTony Feole·Evan Law
ProducersLarry Olson·Obin Olson

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Cast · Directed by Amariah Olson

CGCam Gigandet
Cam Gigandet
Gabriel Howarth
BSBrit Shaw
Brit Shaw
Brinn Howarth
MBMichael Biehn
Michael Biehn
Sheriff Hodge
JMJonathan Rhys Meyers
Jonathan Rhys Meyers
Reese
MMMichael Aaron Milligan
Michael Aaron Milligan
Jesse McGraw
JKJon Kohler
Jon Kohler
Masterson
AMAndi Matheny
Andi Matheny
Julia
CMCullen Moss
Cullen Moss
Governor Francis
SFSean Freeland
Sean Freeland
Deputy Truvio
MTMark Thompson-Ashworth
Mark Thompson-Ashworth
Jack
JVJose Miguel Vasquez
Jose Miguel Vasquez
Suited Man
JTJaye Tyroff
Jaye Tyroff
Metro Policeman

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The Shadow Effect — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Shadow Effect?

The Shadow Effect is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel and YouTube Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Shadow Effect on Netflix?

No, The Shadow Effect is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and The Roku Channel.

Is The Shadow Effect on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Shadow Effect is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The Shadow Effect for free?

The Shadow Effect is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel and YouTube Free in United States.