Basic Instinct
“A brutal murder. A brilliant killer. A cop who can't resist the danger.”
Where to watch Basic Instinct in Canada
Basic Instinct is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Crave Amazon Channel in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo and YouTube. Availability checked 23 May 2026.
About Basic Instinct
Basic Instinct is a 1992 movie in the Thriller and Mystery genres, directed by Paul Verhoeven, starring Michael Douglas, Sharon Stone and George Dzundza. It has a runtime of 2 hours 8 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 4,361 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Basic Instinct in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Basic Instinct trailer
Overview
Catherine, a novelist with an insatiable sexual appetite, becomes a prime suspect when her boyfriend is brutally murdered -- a crime she had described in her latest story.
Top cast
Michael Douglas
Detective Nick Curran
Sharon Stone
Catherine Tramell
George Dzundza
Gus
Jeanne Tripplehorn
Dr. Beth Garner
Denis Arndt
Lieutenant Walker
Leilani Sarelle
Roxy
Bruce A. Young
Andrews
Chelcie Ross
Captain Talcott
Dorothy Malone
Hazel Dobkins
Wayne Knight
John Correli
Daniel von Bargen
Lieutenant Nilsen
Stephen Tobolowsky
Dr. Lamott
Benjamin Mouton
Harrigan
Jack McGee
Sheriff
Bill Cable
Johnny Boz
Stephen Rowe
Internal Affairs Investigator
Mitch Pileggi
Internal Affairs Investigator
Mary Pat Gleason
Juvenile Officer
Freda Foh Shen
Berkeley Registrar
William Duff-Griffin
Dr. Myron
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Basic Instinct in Canada?+
In Canada, you can stream Basic Instinct on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Crave Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo and YouTube.
Is Basic Instinct on Netflix?+
Basic Instinct is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Crave Amazon Channel.
How long is Basic Instinct?+
Basic Instinct has a runtime of 2 hours 8 minutes (128 minutes).
Who stars in Basic Instinct?+
Basic Instinct stars Michael Douglas, Sharon Stone, George Dzundza, Jeanne Tripplehorn and Denis Arndt.
When did Basic Instinct come out?+
Basic Instinct is a 1992 movie directed by Paul Verhoeven.
What genre is Basic Instinct?+
Basic Instinct is Thriller and Mystery film.
Who directed Basic Instinct?+
Basic Instinct was directed by Paul Verhoeven.
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