Saccharine (2026)
Kernel Score: 58% · 21 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Horror
Released: 2026-05-22
Runtime: 113 minutes
Where to watch Saccharine
- Stream: Philo, AMC+, Shudder
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-17.
Overview
After succumbing to an obscure weight-loss craze involving the eating of human ashes, lovelorn medical student Hana finds herself haunted by the ghost of the person she's eating.
Saccharine parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Saccharine is an R-rated psychological horror film involving disturbing body horror and ashes consumption.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Body horror and disturbing supernatural imagery are central to the plot, described as deeply disturbing.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: None — No substance use indicated beyond the disturbing ash-eating plot device.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Natalie Erika James
Cast
- Midori Francis as Hana
- Danielle Macdonald as Josie
- Madeleine Madden as Alanya
- Joseph Baldwin as Ryan
- Robert Taylor as Travis
- Emily Milledge as Georgie
- Lisa Crittenden as Helen
- Lucy Goleby as Lucy Childs
- Showko Showfukutei as Kimie
- Anna Adams
Saccharine FAQ
Is Saccharine good?
Saccharine has a 58% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 21 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Saccharine?
In the US you can stream Saccharine on Philo, AMC+ and Shudder and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Saccharine OK for kids?
Saccharine is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Saccharine is an R-rated psychological horror film involving disturbing body horror and ashes consumption.
What movies are like Saccharine?
If you liked Saccharine, try Hokum, Obsession, Bring Her Back and Leviticus.