Black Box (2021)
Kernel Score: 83% · 1,407 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Drama
Released: 2021-09-08
Runtime: 130 minutes
Where to watch Black Box
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Fandango at Home, Tubi
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Mathieu is a young and talented black box analyst on a mission to solve the reason behind the deadly crash of a brand new aircraft. Yet, when the case is closed by authorities, Mathieu cannot help but sense there is something wrong with the evidence. As he listens to the tracks again, he starts detecting some seriously disturbing details. Could the tape have been modified? Going against his boss' orders, Mathieu begins his own rogue investigation - an obsessional and dangerous quest for truth that will quickly threaten far more than his career...
Black Box parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that Black Box is a suspenseful mystery-thriller about a plane crash investigation and conspiracy, rated G with mild tension.
- Violence & scariness: Some — References a deadly plane crash; suspenseful but not graphic.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Yann Gozlan
Cast
- Pierre Niney as Matthieu Vasseur
- Lou de Laâge as Noémie Vasseur
- André Dussollier as Philippe Rénier
- Sébastien Pouderoux as Xavier Renaud
- Olivier Rabourdin as Victor Pollock
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- André Marcon as Philippe Dorval
- Anne Azoulay as Caroline Delmas
Black Box FAQ
Is Black Box good?
Black Box has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,407 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Black Box?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fandango at Home and Tubi and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Black Box OK for kids?
Black Box is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that Black Box is a suspenseful mystery-thriller about a plane crash investigation and conspiracy, rated G with mild tension.
What movies are like Black Box?
If you liked Black Box, try Remember, Murder on the Orient Express, Source Code and The Game.