The Butterfly Effect 2004
"Change one thing. Change everything."
Eric Bress's mind-bending sci-fi thriller *The Butterfly Effect (2004)* follows Evan Treborn, a young man tormented by fragmented childhood memories.
Director: Eric Bress
Cast
Ashton Kutcher
Evan Treborn
Amy Smart
Kayleigh Miller
Melora Walters
Andrea Treborn
Elden Henson
Lenny Kagan
William Lee Scott
Tommy Miller
Eric Stoltz
George Miller
Ethan Suplee
Thumper
Logan Lerman
Evan Treborn age 7
John Patrick Amedori
Evan Treborn age 13
Irina Gorovaia
Kayleigh age 13
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Butterfly Effect (2004) about?
The film centers on Evan Treborn, a young man who discovers a way to revisit his childhood memories by taking over his younger self's body. As he alters past events to fix his painful history, he uncovers a disturbing truth—every change he makes creates unintended consequences that reshape his present in drastic ways.
Who directed The Butterfly Effect?
The movie was directed by Eric Bress, who co-wrote the script and crafted a gripping blend of psychological drama and sci-fi.
Who stars in The Butterfly Effect?
Ashton Kutcher leads the cast as Evan Treborn, with standout performances from Amy Smart as Kayleigh, Melora Walters as Evan's mother, and Elden Henson as his loyal friend Lenny.
Is The Butterfly Effect (2004) worth watching?
With its inventive premise and Ashton Kutcher's compelling performance, *The Butterfly Effect (2004)* is a cult favorite among sci-fi thrillers. Fans of thought-provoking narratives will appreciate its exploration of cause and effect, though its darker themes may not suit all viewers. It's a film that lingers long after the credits roll.
How long is The Butterfly Effect?
The runtime for *The Butterfly Effect (2004)* is 113 minutes, or roughly 1 hour and 53 minutes.
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About The Butterfly Effect (2004) — A Time-Travel Thriller About Fate and Unintended Consequences
Eric Bress's mind-bending sci-fi thriller *The Butterfly Effect (2004)* follows Evan Treborn, a young man tormented by fragmented childhood memories. Haunted by visions of a tragic past, he stumbles upon a way to mentally time-travel—revisiting his younger self and altering pivotal moments from history. What begins as an attempt to rewrite personal tragedy spirals into a high-stakes puzzle where every small change unleashes unforeseen chaos. The film weaves tension and emotional depth together, using its time-bending premise to explore themes of fate, regret, and the ripple effects of our choices. With a gritty, atmospheric tone, it keeps viewers on edge as Evan races against the consequences of his own interventions.
Starring Ashton Kutcher in a standout performance, *The Butterfly Effect (2004)* blends psychological thrills with science fiction, delivering a story that questions how far one would go to rewrite the past. The cast, including Amy Smart and Melora Walters, grounds the film's fantastical elements in raw, relatable emotion. As the narrative unfolds, the stakes grow higher, forcing Evan to confront whether some memories are better left untouched—or if the cost of change is simply too great.
