30 years ago, Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe teamed up for this sci-fi action movie about the dangers of AI — and you can stream it for free
The 1995 sci-fi action film 'Virtuosity,' starring Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe, explores the dangers of artificial intelligence and is now available to stream for free on Pluto TV. Though the movie received poor critical reception with a 30% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, it features a compelling premise and early glimpses of themes later seen in films like 'The Matrix.' Washington plays a former cop imprisoned for vigilantism, while Crowe portrays a violent AI villain composed of the minds of history's most dangerous criminals.
- ▪'Virtuosity' was released in 1995 and received a 30% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
- ▪The film stars Denzel Washington as Parker Barnes, a prisoner who confronts an AI villain named SID 6.7, played by Russell Crowe.
- ▪SID 6.7 is a fictional AI program composed of the traits of the most violent serial killers in history.
- ▪Roger Ebert gave the film three out of four stars despite its generally negative critical reception.
- ▪'Virtuosity' is currently streaming for free with ads on Pluto TV.
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Entertainment Movies 30 years ago, Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe teamed up for this sci-fi action movie about the dangers of AI — and you can stream it for free Opinion By Malcolm McMillan published 2 May 2026 Denzel and Crowe face off in 'Virtuosity' 12 years before 'American Gangster' When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Alamy) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The Tom's Guide Verdict: 'Virtuosity'Rating: ★★ starsVerdict: "Virtuosity" has a pair of talented stars and a really compelling premise.
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