The Butterfly Effect

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: ๐Ÿ”ด 75/100
Total warning time: 5m 25s
Sex/Nudity: ๐ŸŸก 50/100 (1m)
  • ๐ŸŸก 50/100 [00:45:30 - 00:46:00] A brief scene showing a couple in bed, implied sexual activity.
  • ๐ŸŸก 60/100 [01:10:15 - 01:10:45] Partial nudity in a prison shower scene.
Drug Use: ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 (1m 10s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [00:30:20 - 00:31:00] Characters are shown smoking marijuana.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [01:05:10 - 01:05:40] A character is shown taking prescription drugs in a disturbing manner.
Violence: ๐Ÿ”ด 85/100 (3m)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 75/100 [00:20:15 - 00:21:00] A violent fight scene with punching and kicking.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 90/100 [00:50:30 - 00:51:30] A disturbing scene involving animal cruelty.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 95/100 [01:30:45 - 01:32:00] Graphic depiction of self-harm with a sharp object.
Strong Language: ๐ŸŸก 65/100 (15s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [00:15:20 - 00:15:25] Use of the F-word.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [00:40:10 - 00:40:15] Multiple instances of strong language in a heated argument.
  • ๐ŸŸก 60/100 [01:20:30 - 01:20:35] Use of derogatory language.
The Butterfly Effect
Year: 2004
Certificate: U
Runtime: 113 min
Genre: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller
IMDB: 7.6
Meta Score: 30
Votes: 451479
Gross: 57,938,693
Director: Eric Bress
Stars: J. Mackye Gruber, Ashton Kutcher, Amy Smart, Melora Walters
Overview: Evan Treborn suffers blackouts during significant events of his life. As he grows up, he finds a way to remember these lost memories and a supernatural way to alter his life by reading his journal.

Movie FAQ

Q: What is the main plot of The Butterfly Effect (2004)?
A: The Butterfly Effect follows Evan Treborn (Ashton Kutcher), who discovers he can travel back in time to his childhood and alter past events. However, each change he makes has unintended and often devastating consequences on his present life and the lives of those around him.
Q: Who directed The Butterfly Effect (2004)?
A: The Butterfly Effect was directed by Eric Bress and J. Mackye Gruber, who also co-wrote the screenplay.
Q: What is the significance of the title 'The Butterfly Effect'?
A: The title refers to the chaos theory concept that small changes in initial conditions can lead to vastly different outcomes, much like how the flapping of a butterfly's wings might eventually cause a tornado. In the movie, Evan's minor alterations in the past drastically reshape his future.
Q: Who are the main actors in The Butterfly Effect (2004)?
A: The main cast includes Ashton Kutcher as Evan Treborn, Amy Smart as Kayleigh Miller, Melora Walters as Andrea Treborn (Evan's mother), and Eric Stoltz as George Miller (Kayleigh's father).
Q: Are there different endings to The Butterfly Effect (2004)?
A: Yes, The Butterfly Effect has multiple endings. The theatrical release features one ending, while the director's cut offers an alternate, darker conclusion. Some DVD versions also include additional endings.