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The 2006 film Perfume: The Story of a Murderer is available to watch on several streaming services. You can stream it for free on Kanopy, or watch it on Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel, Amazon Prime, and Fandango at Home. It is also possible to buy or rent the film on Amazon Video, Microsoft Store, Fandango at Home, and Apple TV. The film is an adaptation of a novel of the same name and follows the story of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, a perfumer in 18th-century France with a superior sense of smell, who becomes obsessed with capturing the scent of young womanhood.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Streaming platforms | Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel, Kanopy, Amazon Prime, Disney+ (UK only), Netflix (previously) |
| Available for purchase | Microsoft Store, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| Available for rent | Microsoft Store, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home |
| Genre | Horror, thriller |
| Based on | A novel of the same name |
| Director | Tom Tykwer |
| Main character | Jean-Baptiste Grenouille |
| Main character's occupation | Perfumer |
| Main character's talent | Discerning scents |
| Main character's pursuit | To capture the scent of young womanhood |
| Number of female victims | 12 |
| Rating | R |
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What You'll Learn
- Streaming services: Paramount Plus, Apple TV, Amazon Prime, and Disney+ (UK only)
- Buy: Microsoft Store, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home
- Rent: Microsoft Store, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
- Free: Stream on Kanopy
- Disturbing content: Some viewers recommend watching without parents and when 15 or older
Streaming services: Paramount Plus, Apple TV, Amazon Prime, and Disney+ (UK only)
You can currently watch Perfume: The Story of a Murderer on Paramount Plus and Apple TV in the UK. The film is also available to buy or rent on Amazon Video, Fandango at Home, and Apple TV.
The film is an adaptation of a novel of the same name and follows the story of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, a perfumer in 18th-century France with an incredible sense of smell. Grenouille becomes obsessed with capturing an elusive aroma—the scent of young womanhood—and his pursuit takes a dark and deadly turn.
The film has been described as "whimsical, disgusting, beautiful, disturbing, and evocative," with a strong composition of cinematography and cast. It has also been compared to Kubrick's "Barry Lyndon," with both films featuring unsympathetic antiheroes and heavy use of narration.
In addition to the film, there is also a Netflix show from 2018 called Perfume, which is in German and explores a group of friends who become obsessed with the book and try out the concept for themselves. This series is different from the movie, which is not currently available on Netflix.
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Buy: Microsoft Store, Amazon Video, Fandango At Home
If you're interested in buying *Perfume: The Story of a Murderer*, you have several options. The movie is available for purchase on the Microsoft Store, Amazon Video, and Fandango At Home. You can also rent the movie on these platforms if you're not looking to buy.
The Microsoft Store is a digital distribution platform owned by Microsoft. It offers a range of digital products, including movies, TV shows, apps, and games. To buy or rent *Perfume: The Story of a Murderer* from the Microsoft Store, you'll need a Microsoft account and a compatible device, such as a Windows PC, Xbox console, or a device running the Microsoft Store app.
Amazon Video, also known as Prime Video in some regions, is Amazon's digital video streaming service. It offers a wide variety of movies and TV shows, including *Perfume: The Story of a Murderer*, which can be purchased or rented. To buy or rent the movie from Amazon Video, you'll need an Amazon account and a compatible device, such as a Fire TV, a smart TV with the Amazon Prime Video app, or a device that can access the Amazon website.
Fandango At Home is a digital content provider that offers movies and TV shows for purchase or rental, including *Perfume: The Story of a Murderer*. To use Fandango At Home, you'll need to create an account on their website and use a compatible device, such as a smart TV, streaming device, or gaming console. Fandango At Home often provides special features and exclusive bonus content with their movies, so be sure to check for any additional offerings when purchasing or renting.
Each platform may offer different video quality options, pricing, and availability, so it's worth comparing them before making your purchase. Additionally, check the system requirements and compatibility of each platform with your devices to ensure a smooth viewing experience.
By choosing one of these options, you'll be able to own or rent *Perfume: The Story of a Murderer* and enjoy this twisted murder mystery at your leisure.
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Rent: Microsoft Store, Amazon Video, Apple TV, Fandango At Home
You can rent *Perfume: The Story of a Murderer* on the Microsoft Store, Amazon Video, Apple TV, and Fandango At Home. The film is also available to buy on these platforms, except for Apple TV.
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer is based on an 18th-century perfumer, Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, who has an incredible talent for discerning scents. He becomes obsessed with capturing the scent of young womanhood, and his pursuit takes a murderous turn. The film is directed by Tom Tykwer and stars Ben Whishaw as Grenouille.
The film has been described as "whimsical, disgusting, beautiful, disturbing, and evocative", with strong cinematography and composition. It is also said to have an unsettling horror plot and has been compared to Kubrick's *Barry Lyndon*.
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer is also available to stream for free on Kanopy and, in the UK, on Amazon Prime and Disney+.
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Free: Stream on Kanopy
If you're in the US and your library, college, or university is connected with Kanopy, you can stream *Perfume: The Story of a Murderer* for free. Kanopy is an on-demand streaming video platform that partners with libraries and universities to provide free access to its content for students, faculty, and library patrons.
To stream the movie, you can follow these steps:
- Visit the Kanopy website and click on the "Sign Up" button in the upper right corner.
- Select your country and state/province from the drop-down menus.
- Choose your library, college, or university from the list of participating institutions. If your institution is not listed, you may suggest it to Kanopy by filling out a form.
- Create an account using your email address or Facebook account.
- Confirm your account by clicking on the link sent to your email.
- Log in to your Kanopy account and search for "*Perfume: The Story of a Murderer*" in the search bar.
- Once you find the movie, simply click on it to start streaming.
It is worth noting that access to Kanopy may vary depending on your library or educational institution's subscription and the number of monthly credits they offer. Each play or borrow may require a credit, and the number of credits available per patron per month is determined by the subscribing library or educational institution. Therefore, it is advisable to check with your library or institution to confirm their specific offerings and any potential limitations.
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Disturbing content: Some viewers recommend watching without parents and when 15 or older
Perfume: The Story of a Murderer is a 2006 period psychological thriller film directed by Tom Tykwer. The film is based on the 1985 novel of the same name by Patrick Süskind. The story revolves around Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, an olfactory genius with a superhuman sense of smell, who goes on a homicidal quest for the perfect scent.
The film has been described as having a "dark antihero that's impossible to feel sympathy for" and an "unsettling horror plot". While the visual style and performances of Rickman and Whishaw were praised, the film has also been criticised for glamorising a serial killer and for its disturbing content. One review on Rotten Tomatoes states:
> "This movie is really disturbing and shows nudity. I wouldn't recommend it for 12-year-olds as Netflix does. It still has a great story and makes you overflow with negative and positive emotions. Would recommend watching once you're around 15 or older (don't watch around your parents)."
The film begins with the sentencing of Jean-Baptiste Grenouille, a notorious murderer, and then tells the story of his life in flashback. Grenouille discovers that he lacks any personal scent himself, which may be why he is perceived as strange or disturbing by others. He becomes obsessed with capturing the scent of young womanhood, and his search takes a deadly turn when the bodies of young females are found.
Due to the disturbing content and nudity in the film, some viewers have recommended that it is not suitable for viewers under the age of 15 and that it should be watched without parents.
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Frequently asked questions
You can watch *Perfume: The Story of a Murderer* on Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel. You can also buy or rent the movie on Amazon Video, Fandango At Home, Microsoft Store, and Apple TV.
You can watch the movie in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Disney+.
Yes, you can stream the movie for free on Kanopy.
No, the movie is not available on Netflix. However, there is a German Netflix show from 2018 called *Perfume* that might be based on the same source material.
