The Host
2013, English. Directed by Andrew Niccol.
Choose to believe. Choose to fight. Choose to love.
A parasitic alien soul is injected into the body of Melanie Stryder. Instead of carrying out her race's mission of taking over the Earth, "Wanda" (as she comes to be called) forms a bond with her host and sets out to aid other free humans.
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Post-credits
- Yes, stay
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 4,154 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Host
The Host is streaming on Shout! Factory in India.
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Cast & crew
- Andrew NiccolDirector
- Saoirse RonanMelanie Stryder / Wanda
- Diane KrugerThe Seeker / Lacey
- Max IronsJared Howe
- Jake AbelIan O'Shea
- William HurtJeb Stryder
- Frances FisherMaggie Stryder
- Chandler CanterburyJamie Stryder
- Boyd HolbrookKyle O'Shea
- Stephen RiderSeeker Reed
- Alex RussellSeeker Burns
- Rachel RobertsSoul Fleur
- J.D. EvermoreTrevor Stryder
Details
- Released
- 22 March 2013
- Country
- Switzerland, United States of America
- Written by
- Andrew Niccol
- Budget
- $44M
- Box office
- $63M
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The Host: quick answers
Is The Host worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 4,154 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Host?
The Host runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Does The Host have a post-credits scene?
Yes. The Host has a scene during the credits, so don’t leave early.
The Host parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Host is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Host on?
The Host is streaming on Shout! Factory in India.
What movies are like The Host?
If you liked The Host, try Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets, Allegiant, Planet of the Apes.
Who directed The Host?
The Host (2013) was directed by Andrew Niccol and stars Saoirse Ronan, Diane Kruger, Max Irons.