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Cube (2021): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch

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Cube is a 2021 mystery thriller directed by Yasuhiko Shimizu, starring Masaki Suda as Goto Yuichi, Masaki Okada and Takumi Saitoh. It runs 1 hour 48 minutes and earned $2.5 million worldwide. Its Echo Score is 35/100. Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

worldwide gross
$2.5M
Echo Score
35
Cube (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 48m (108 min)
Director
Yasuhiko Shimizu
Genres
Thriller , Mystery , Sci-Fi
Original language
Japanese
Studio
Shochiku
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Cube About?

The premise of Cube without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Six strangers find themselves trapped within a bizarre and inescapable labyrinth of interconnected cube-shaped rooms. Each room presents a unique and deadly trap, forcing them to confront their fears and work together to survive. As they navigate the increasingly dangerous maze, they must uncover the purpose of their imprisonment and find a way to escape before it’s too late.

Cube Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • japanese woman
  • confinement
  • remake
  • remake of canadian film
  • stranger
  • code
  • distrust
  • grindhouse film
  • horror movie remake
  • prime numbers
  • trap
  • escape
+38 more
  • maze
  • death
  • murder
  • prisoner
  • prison
  • locked room mystery
  • small cast
  • corpse
  • flamethrower
  • blood
  • blood on clothes
  • betrayal
  • insanity
  • suicide
  • death of brother
  • child
  • rope made of clothes
  • button
  • severed arm
  • fistfight
  • survival horror
  • game of survival
  • kidnapping
  • beating
  • booby trap
  • laser
  • poison gas
  • jumping off a building
  • crying
  • reference to big brother
  • bars
  • generational differences
  • spy
  • door
  • impalement
  • locked in
  • japanese drama
  • japanese remake
Where to watch

Where to Watch Cube

Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

Streaming availability in the US, powered by JustWatch logo

Cast & crew

Cube Cast & Characters

Masaki Suda leads the cast as Goto Yuichi, with Masaki Okada as Ochi Shinji and Takumi Saitoh as Ide Hiroshi. Directed by Yasuhiko Shimizu; 7 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Cube

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Ratings

Cube Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 35/100, strongest in story & flow (40) and weakest in sensory experience (30).

35 /100

Cube Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, the film fails to distinguish itself from the original, presenting a largely redundant narrative and uneven execution across its components. Reviewers note that the lack of novel elements and subpar production values diminish its impact, while occasional moments of drama provide limited appeal. Consequently, the remake offers modest entertainment for dedicated fans but falls short of broader acclaim.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 30

    In terms of art and craft, the film exhibits modest direction and unremarkable cinematography. Critics highlight sloppy logic, cheap visual effects, and a lack of striking visual style. Editing appears functional but does not elevate the material. The overall production design feels generic, contributing to a perception of diminished artistic quality.

  • Character & Emotion 35

    When evaluating character and emotion, performances are generally viewed as below average, with several reviewers describing the cast as irritating or subpar. While a few note attempts at deeper drama and marginally improved character development, the majority find the portrayals lacking depth and emotional resonance, resulting in weak overall character impact.

  • Story & Flow 40

    Regarding story and flow, the plot mirrors the original closely, offering little originality and an unsatisfying conclusion. Reviewers cite redundant mystery elements and a lack of compelling twists. Some acknowledge intermittent intrigue and a measured pacing that maintains modest engagement, but the overall narrative is considered largely derivative and underwhelming.

  • Sensory Experience 30

    The sensory experience is perceived as muted, with limited commentary on sound design or score. Visuals are described as unremarkable, lacking effective CGI and distinctive style. The overall auditory and visual components fail to create a memorable atmosphere, reinforcing the sense of a flat sensory presentation.

  • Rewatch Factor 40

    The rewatch factor is modest; the film may hold some appeal for genre enthusiasts who appreciate character-driven confinement narratives. A few reviewers find it an enjoyable ride despite its flaws, yet the majority suggest limited replay value due to its redundancy and lack of innovation, resulting in a modest incentive for subsequent viewings.

Plot

Cube Plot Summary

What happens in Cube from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

A man awakens in a cube-shaped chamber where every wall doubles as a hatch to a neighboring room, and razor-sharp beams suddenly slice through the space, taking one life in a blink. The camera lingers on the cold, clinical geometry of the maze, hinting at a challenge that is as much about wit and nerve as it is about survival.

Full summary

The whole story of Cube, scene by scene

Read the full summary
Box office

Cube Box Office

Cube grossed $2.5 million worldwide.

2021 box office

Worldwide gross

$2.5M

International
$2.5M
Videos

Cube Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Cube.

CUBE EngSub Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Cube?

9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 9

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What is the shape of the main chamber where the characters awaken in the film?

Details

Cube Also Known As

14 alternative titles, including “큐브” and “CUBE: Ichido haittara, saigo”.

Also known as
  • 큐브
  • CUBE: Ichido haittara, saigo
  • キューブ 一度入ったら、最後
  • キューブ
  • กล่องเกมมรณะ
  • 死亡立方
  • Куб
  • Cube: 4 - Atrapados en el Cubo
  • 超慄方殺陣
  • 心慌方
  • Atrapados en el Cubo (Cube)
  • Cubo: A Caixa do Medo
+2 more
  • Atrapados en el cubo
  • Mê Cung Lập Phương

Seen Cube?

FAQ

Cube FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Cube, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Cube?

Cube runs 1 hour 48 minutes (108 minutes).

When was Cube released?

Cube was released on October 22, 2021.

Who directed Cube?

Cube was directed by Yasuhiko Shimizu.

More films by Yasuhiko Shimizu

Who is in the cast of Cube?

Cube stars Masaki Suda as Goto Yuichi, Masaki Okada as Ochi Shinji and Takumi Saitoh as Ide Hiroshi, among 7 credited actors.

Where can I watch Cube?

In the US, Cube is streaming on Amazon MX Player, Amazon Prime Video and ARROW and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

How much did Cube make at the box office?

Cube grossed $2.5 million worldwide.

Does Cube have a post-credit scene?

No. Cube has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Cube in?

The original language of Cube is Japanese.

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