The Host
IMDb7.1144k votes
RT93%critics
RT72%audience
豆瓣7.6343k votes
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Not on major US streamers — check digital rental.
The vibe
Bong Joon-ho's monster movie dumps its creature onto a sunny riverbank in broad daylight in the first act, then follows a shambolic family's rescue mission through government incompetence. Horror, comedy, and political fury in one tentacled package.
Before you press play
- How scary is The Host?
- On our intensity scale, The Host rates 3/5 for scares and 2/5 for dread. It is moderately scary, with a handful of strong sequences.
- How gory is The Host?
- The Host rates 3/5 for gore — expect a moderate amount of blood and violence.
- Where can I stream The Host?
- The Host is not on major US subscription streamers right now — look for it on digital rental or purchase (Apple TV, Prime Video, or your usual store).
