The 5th Wave
16-year-old Cassie Sullivan tries to survive in a world devastated by the waves of an alien invasion that has already decimated the population and knocked mankind back to the Stone Age.
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Streaming now in the United States on Netflix and Starz Apple TV channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.
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Frequently asked questions about The 5th Wave
Where can I watch The 5th Wave in the United States?
The 5th Wave is available to stream on Netflix and Starz Apple TV channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The 5th Wave on Netflix?
Yes. The 5th Wave is streaming on Netflix in the United States, alongside Starz Apple TV channel.
Can I watch The 5th Wave for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The 5th Wave needs a subscription to Netflix and Starz Apple TV channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.
What are the ratings for The 5th Wave?
The 5th Wave scores 5.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The 5th Wave?
The 5th Wave stars Chloë Grace Moretz, Nick Robinson, Ron Livingston, Maggie Siff, and Alex Roe. J Blakeson is the director.
How long is The 5th Wave?
The 5th Wave runs 1h 52m (112 minutes).
When did The 5th Wave come out?
The 5th Wave was released on January 14, 2016.
Which studio made The 5th Wave?
The 5th Wave was produced by LStar Capital, Columbia Pictures, and GK Films in the United States.
What was the budget for The 5th Wave?
The 5th Wave was made on a budget of $38,000,000.
How much did The 5th Wave make at the box office?
The 5th Wave grossed $109,906,372 worldwide, against a budget of $38,000,000.
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.