Movies like The Substance

Requiem for a Dream explores the harrowing effects of addiction, echoing the themes of chemical dependency found in The Substance. The intense visual storytelling and haunting score create a visceral experience that is both captivating and disturbing.

Scarface examines the rise and fall of a drug kingpin, offering a dramatic portrayal of the narcotics underworld. Its intense and gripping narrative about power and addiction parallels the complex exploration of substances found in The Substance.

Trainspotting offers a gritty and stylized look into the lives of heroin addicts, much like the exploration of mind-altering substances in The Substance. Its colorful cast and kinetic direction make for a film that's both starkly real and wildly entertaining.

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, based on Hunter S. Thompson's novel, offers a surreal and hallucinogenic view on a drug-fueled road trip. Its depiction of the chaotic and bizarre world under the influence makes it a fitting match for fans of The Substance.

A Scanner Darkly dives into a dystopian future plagued by drug addiction and surveillance, similar to the themes in The Substance. The film's unique rotoscope animation brings an unsettling and dreamlike quality to this cautionary tale.

The Doors offers a biographical take on the iconic rock band, with a focus on lead singer Jim Morrison's experimentation with psychedelics. Its exploration of counterculture and drug use mirrors the themes explored in The Substance.