Several films explore the high-concept premise of "buying time" as a literal currency or life-extending technology. Depending on which one you are looking for, here are the most notable drafts: This is the most famous film where time is literally money.
A drama with sci-fi elements focusing on nihilism and societal change. More info: View details on IMDb . 3. Paradise (2023) movie about buying time
People can transfer years of their life to others in exchange for massive sums of money. Several films explore the high-concept premise of "buying
A man working for the biotech company that facilitates these transfers finds his own wife forced to give up 40 years of her life to settle a debt. Summary Table of Films Movie Title Release Year Main Concept In Time Time is the only currency; digital forearm clocks. Justin Timberlake, Amanda Seyfried Buying Time Chip technology grants extra life at another's cost. Mark Wells, Ryan Enever Paradise Direct transfer of "life years" for financial gain. Kostja Ullmann, Iris Berben Buying Time (2024) - Warped Perspective More info: View details on IMDb
Set in a recognizable near-future (2028), the world is plagued by deadly diseases.
A factory worker, Will Salas (Justin Timberlake), is gifted a century of time by a wealthy stranger. After his mother dies just seconds before he can reach her, Will teams up with a wealthy heiress (Amanda Seyfried) to become "Robin Hoods," stealing time from the rich to distribute to the poor.