The Host
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.
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Streaming now in the United States on Philo, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, The CW, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, and VIX.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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The Host Official Trailer #2 (2013) - Saoirse Ronan Movie HD
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Frequently asked questions about The Host
Where can I watch The Host in the United States?
The Host is available to stream on Philo, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel, The CW, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, and VIX in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Host for free?
The Host streams free with ads in the United States on The CW, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, and VIX. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Host?
The Host scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Host?
The Host stars Saoirse Ronan, Diane Kruger, Max Irons, Jake Abel, and William Hurt. Andrew Niccol is the director.
How long is The Host?
The Host runs 2h 6m (126 minutes).
When did The Host come out?
The Host was released on March 22, 2013.
Which studio made The Host?
The Host was produced by Open Road Films, Nick Wechsler Productions, and Silver Reel in Switzerland and the United States.
What was the budget for The Host?
The Host was made on a budget of $44,000,000.
How much did The Host make at the box office?
The Host grossed $63,300,000 worldwide, against a budget of $44,000,000.
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.