The People Under the Stairs
Trapped inside a fortified home owned by a mysterious couple, a young boy quickly learns the true nature of the homicidal inhabitants, and secret creatures hidden deep within the walls.
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Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Official Trailer
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Actress Wendy Robie Remembers the Bathtub Scene
Special Make Up Effects Team Interview
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Frequently asked questions about The People Under the Stairs
Where can I watch The People Under the Stairs in the United States?
The People Under the Stairs is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The People Under the Stairs?
The People Under the Stairs scores 6.6 on The Movie Database, 6.4 on IMDb, 61% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 71 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The People Under the Stairs?
The People Under the Stairs stars Brandon Quintin Adams, Everett McGill, Wendy Robie, A. J. Langer, and Ving Rhames. Wes Craven is the director.
How long is The People Under the Stairs?
The People Under the Stairs runs 1h 42m (102 minutes).
When did The People Under the Stairs come out?
The People Under the Stairs was released on November 1, 1991.
Which studio made The People Under the Stairs?
The People Under the Stairs was produced by Alive Films and Universal Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for The People Under the Stairs?
The People Under the Stairs was made on a budget of $6,000,000.
How much did The People Under the Stairs make at the box office?
The People Under the Stairs grossed $31,400,000 worldwide, against a budget of $6,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.