The Host(2013)
Choose to believe. Choose to fight. Choose to love.
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.
Directed by Andrew Niccol
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Cast
Saoirse Ronan
Melanie Stryder / Wanda
Diane Kruger
The Seeker / Lacey
Max Irons
Jared Howe
Jake Abel
Ian O'Shea
William Hurt
Jeb Stryder
Frances Fisher
Maggie Stryder
Chandler Canterbury
Jamie Stryder
Boyd Holbrook
Kyle O'Shea
Stephen Rider
Seeker Reed
Alex Russell
Seeker Burns
Rachel Roberts
Soul Fleur
J.D. Evermore
Trevor Stryder
Emily Browning
Wanda
Shyaam Karra
Soul Anshu
Brent Wendell Williams
Soul Winters
Jhil McEntyre
Soul Lake
Jalen Coleman
Soul Nafisa
Jaylen Moore
Seeker Song
The Host — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Host?+
The Host is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, The CW, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Plex, Plex Channel, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Xumo Play, Tubi TV, Amazon MX Player, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did The Host come out?+
The Host was released in 2013.
How long is The Host?+
The Host runs for 126 minutes (2 hours and 6 minutes).
Who directed The Host?+
The Host was directed by Andrew Niccol.
Who stars in The Host?+
The Host stars Saoirse Ronan, Diane Kruger, Max Irons, Jake Abel and William Hurt.
Is The Host worth watching?+
The Host holds a 6.3/10 rating from 4,148 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of action, adventure and science fiction.
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