Cronos (1993) backdrop artwork
Cronos (1993) movie poster
MOVIE

Cronos

An ancient device. A modern discovery. A terrifying tale of the eternal.

★ 6.7 1993 94 min R DramaHorrorThriller

Faced with his own mortality, an ingenious alchemist tried to perfect an invention that would provide him with the key to eternal life. It was called the Cronos device. When he died more than 400 years later, he took the secrets of this remarkable device to the grave with him. Now, an elderly antiques dealer has found the hellish machine hidden in a statue and learns about its incredible powers. The more he uses the device, the younger he becomes...but nothing comes without a price. Life after death is just the beginning as this nerve-shattering thriller unfolds and the fountain of youth turns bloody.

Play
ERA & CONTEXT

Cronos in its release era

Released in 1993, Cronos sits inside the 1990s catalog. Explore its creators, studio connections, genres and nearby releases from the same period.

Release
1993-11-05
Rating
R
TMDB score
6.7/10
Original language
ES
Status
Released
Production
Mexico
Studio
Consejo Nacional para la Cultura y las Artes, Instituto Mexicano de Cinematografía, Fondo de Fomento a la Calidad Cinematográfica
Topicsimmortalityscarabinventiontycoontimeagingindustrialistantique dealer

Cast & recommendations