The Fifth Element

There is no future without it.

1997·2h 6m·★ 7.6

French original

In 2257, a taxi driver is unintentionally given the task of saving a young girl who is part of the key that will ensure the survival of humanity.

LUXEN Decision Guide

Does this fit your night?

A high-concept, momentum-led choice for a night when you want spectacle, movement, and a world larger than everyday life.

Best fit

Who it is for

Best suited to viewers looking for an energetic genre watch with bigger ideas or heightened stakes.

Commitment

Standard sit-down · 2h 6m

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Read the synopsis, then check the trailer.

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