Eden is a survival thriller from director Ron Howard, inspired by a true story from the 1930s. It reached US cinemas on August 22, 2025 and later arrived on streaming.
Netflix holds the streaming rights in the US. In the UK it streams on Prime Video; in other regions it’s available to rent or buy on digital stores.
What is Eden about?
A group of Europeans leave civilisation behind to start a new life on Floreana, an isolated island in the Galápagos. They dream of paradise — but as more settlers arrive, rivalry, jealousy and the brutal environment push everyone toward the edge.
Cast
- Jude Law
- Ana de Armas
- Vanessa Kirby
- Daniel Brühl
- Sydney Sweeney
Our take
Eden is tense, beautifully shot and driven by a terrific ensemble. It is slower than a typical thriller, but the slow-burn tension pays off. It contains violence and mature themes.
Frequently asked questions
Eden streams on Netflix in the US and Prime Video in the UK. Elsewhere it is available to rent or buy. Yes. It is inspired by real events on Floreana Island in the Galápagos in the 1930s. Jude Law, Ana de Armas, Vanessa Kirby, Daniel Brühl and Sydney Sweeney.Where can I watch Eden (2025)?
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