Y2K is a 2024 A24 science-fiction horror comedy directed by Kyle Mooney. It follows two high school juniors whose New Year’s Eve party on the last night of 1999 turns into a fight for survival when everyday technology becomes dangerous. Jaeden Martell, Julian Dennison, and Rachel Zegler star.
What is Y2K about?
A24 describes the setup as two high school juniors crashing a New Year’s Eve party on December 31, 1999, only to find themselves caught in a “dial-up disaster.” The story turns the era’s anxieties about the Y2K computer bug into a teen-centered technology-uprising comedy. Hulu classifies the film as science fiction, horror, and comedy, while its synopsis and Apple TV’s description frame the threat as a revolt by everyday machines. Those service descriptions may vary by territory.
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The film is a fictional comedy, not a documentary account of the Y2K bug or the events surrounding the turn of the millennium.
Who made the film?
Kyle Mooney directed Y2K and co-wrote it with Evan Winter. A24 names Jaeden Martell, Julian Dennison, and Rachel Zegler as stars.
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In a note published by A24 on December 5, 2024, Mooney and Winter said they wanted the film to feel like something they might have seen in theaters in 1999. They also described it as drawing partly on their experiences as teenagers at the time, while acknowledging that they invented material for the story. Mooney and Winter said they thought the film was best experienced with a group in a theater.
When did Y2K come out?
| Milestone | Date and context |
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| U.S. theatrical release | December 6, 2024, according to Rotten Tomatoes. |
| Streaming release listed by Rotten Tomatoes | December 24, 2024. This is a historical listing, not confirmation of current availability. |
| Max streaming debut announced by Warner Bros. Discovery | April 4, 2025. The company also announced an HBO linear airing for April 5, 2025, at 8 p.m. ET. |
The dates describe release milestones in the United States; they do not establish where the film is currently available or whether a service carries it in another country.
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A24’s watch page names Apple TV, Amazon, Google Play, YouTube, and Fandango at Home. The page is a useful starting point, but platform catalogs and licensing change by territory. Check the live listing in your country to see whether access is by subscription, rental, or purchase.
Prime Video search listings have also surfaced Blu-ray and DVD formats. That does not confirm current stock, a particular edition, or availability in every market. Verify the format and seller details before ordering.
How long is Y2K?
Runtime listings differ: Rotten Tomatoes lists 1 hour 33 minutes, while Apple TV lists 1 hour 31 minutes. Check the listing for the version and service you plan to use if precise runtime matters.
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Sources
- A24: Y2K film page
- A24: note from Kyle Mooney and Evan Winter
- Rotten Tomatoes: Y2K catalogue
- Warner Bros. Discovery: Max April 2025 highlights
- Hulu: Y2K listing
- Apple TV: Y2K listing
- A24: watch options
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