The Fifth Element Is Dominating Tubi — Stream the 1997 Sci‑Fi Classic Free Today
The 1997 sci-fi film The Fifth Element has climbed streaming charts recently and is available to watch for free on Tubi. Reportedly, the movie is gaining attention again on streaming tracker sites, and viewers can revisit the film without a subscription.
What’s happening
According to streaming tracker FlixPatrol, The Fifth Element is rocketing up the charts on Tubi. In other words, it’s one of the more-watched titles on that free service right now.
Why it’s climbing
The film is a fast-paced, neon-soaked space opera. In short, the plot follows Leeloo, a genetically engineered woman described as the “perfect being,” who crashes into the life of taxi driver and ex-soldier Korben Dallas. Together, they race to recover four elemental stones that, combined with Leeloo as the fifth element, are needed to stop an ancient cosmic threat.
Moreover, the movie is known for its distinctive production design and a memorable concert sequence where an alien diva switches from opera to a modern remix mid-performance. That scene often gets cited when people talk about the film’s unusual tone and editing choices.
Cast and production details
Director: Luc Besson, who previously directed Léon: The Professional. Besson returned to some familiar collaborators on this project.
Main cast: Bruce Willis as Korben Dallas, Milla Jovovich as Leeloo (then 19 years old), Gary Oldman as Zorg, Ian Holm as the priest, Tommy “Tiny” Lister Jr. as President, and Chris Tucker as radio host Ruby Rhod. Vin Diesel has an uncredited role as the voice of Korben’s boss over the phone.
Additionally, the film intentionally mixes different visual and musical styles, which contributes to its lasting recognition in pop culture. For context on representation discussions sometimes tied to the movie, see this article.
Where to watch
The Fifth Element is currently available to stream on Tubi. Also, tracking data cited by FlixPatrol shows the film rising in Tubi’s U.S. top-10 listings, which indicates increased viewer activity on the free service.
