The Host
"Choose to believe. Choose to fight. Choose to love."
Originally released in 2013. The Host is a action/adventure film. directed by Andrew Niccol. With a runtime of 2h 6m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Saoirse Ronan, Diane Kruger, and Max Irons
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 22, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
2h 6m
126 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (4,020 votes)
Budget
$44M
Production budget
Box Office
$63.3M
1.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
Switzerland
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Saoirse Ronan
as Melanie Stryder / Wanda
Diane Kruger
as The Seeker / Lacey
Max Irons
as Jared Howe
Jake Abel
as Ian O'Shea
William Hurt
as Jeb Stryder
Frances Fisher
as Maggie Stryder
Chandler Canterbury
as Jamie Stryder
Boyd Holbrook
as Kyle O'Shea
Stephen Rider
as Seeker Reed
Alex Russell
as Seeker Burns
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $44,000,000
- Revenue
- $63,300,000
Production Companies
- Open Road Films
- Nick Wechsler Productions
- Silver Reel
- Chockstone Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Host about?
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 h...
Who directed The Host?
The Host was directed by Andrew Niccol.
How long is The Host?
The Host has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
When was The Host released?
The Host was released on March 22, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Host?
The main cast of The Host includes Saoirse Ronan, Diane Kruger, Max Irons, Jake Abel, William Hurt.
Is The Host worth watching?
The Host has a user rating of 6.3/10 based on 4,020 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.