Seconds (1966)
Kernel Score: 81% · 423 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Science Fiction, Thriller, Horror
Released: 1966-10-05
Runtime: 107 minutes
Where to watch Seconds
- Free with ads: Kanopy
- Rent: JustWatch TV Free, Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
An unhappy middle-aged banker agrees to a procedure that will fake his death and give him a completely new look and identity; one that comes with its own price.
Seconds parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Seconds is an R-rated psychological science-fiction thriller dealing with identity theft, faked death, and existential despair, including a bacchanalia scene.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Contains disturbing psychological and body-horror elements tied to secret surgical identity change.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Moderate — Includes a bacchanalia/wine-crushing party scene suggesting alcohol-fueled revelry.
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
Cast
- Rock Hudson as Antiochus 'Tony' Wilson
- Salome Jens as Nora Marcus
- John Randolph as Arthur Hamilton
- Will Geer as Old Man
- Jeff Corey as Mr. Ruby
- Richard Anderson as Dr. Innes
- Murray Hamilton as Charlie Evans
- Karl Swenson as Dr. Morris
- Khigh Dhiegh as Davalo
- Frances Reid as Emily Hamilton
Seconds FAQ
Is Seconds good?
Seconds has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 423 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Seconds?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and rent it from JustWatch TV Free, Prime Video, Apple TV and Google Play.
Is Seconds OK for kids?
Seconds is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Seconds is an R-rated psychological science-fiction thriller dealing with identity theft, faked death, and existential despair, including a bacchanalia scene.
What movies are like Seconds?
If you liked Seconds, try Get Out, The Invisible Man, What Happened to Monday and Limitless.