MyCinema has not rated The Host for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, drama, and science fiction film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch The Host in the US?

The Host streams on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and 3 more, is free on Kanopy, Hoopla, Philo, and 3 more, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is The Host?

The Host runs 2 hours (120 minutes).

Is The Host suitable for kids?

The Host is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB20062h 0mHorror / Drama / Science Fiction

The Host

Name: The Host
Genre: Horror, Drama, Science Fiction
Released: 2006-07-27
Duration: 120 min

Man has made his newest predator.

A teenage girl is captured by a giant mutated squid-like creature that appears from Seoul's Han River after toxic waste was dumped in it, prompting her family into a frantic search for her.

TMDB audience score

Based on 3,265 votes

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Availability in the US

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The Host at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Standard length · 2h 0m

At 2h 0m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Horror · Drama · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under horror, drama, and science fiction.

US availability

6 subscriptions · 6 free · 6 to rent · 6 to buy

Included with 6 subscription services: Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and 3 more. Free or ad-supported on Kanopy, Hoopla, Philo, and 3 more. Listed to rent from 6 stores. Listed to buy from 6 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.0 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 3,265 votes, a positive audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch The Host tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 2h 0m.
It is included with Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and 3 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 3,265 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

How scary is The Host?

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Questions about The Host

Is The Host scary?: MyCinema has not rated The Host for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a horror, drama, and science fiction film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch The Host in the US?: The Host streams on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and 3 more, is free on Kanopy, Hoopla, Philo, and 3 more, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Host?: The Host runs 2 hours (120 minutes).
Is The Host suitable for kids?: The Host is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.