Host
- Horror
Six friends hire a medium to hold a séance via Zoom during lockdown — but they get far more than they bargained for as things quickly go wrong. When an evil spirit starts invading their homes, they begin to realise they might not survive the night.
Host is a 2020 horror film that captures six friends conducting a séance over Zoom during lockdown, only to unleash a malevolent spirit that invades their homes. Released on September 10, 2020, this found-footage-style thriller uses the video-call format to deliver scares in real time. The film gained critical acclaim for its inventive use of the pandemic setting and Zoom platform as horror elements.
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Haley BishopHaley
Jemma MooreJemma
Emma Louise WebbEmma
Radina DrandovaRadina
Caroline WardCaroline
Edward LinardTeddy
Seylan BaxterSeylan
Alan EmrysAlan
Jinny LofthouseJinny
James SwantonThe Spirit- Jack BrydonLegs
- Patrick WardCaroline's Dad
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When was Host released?
Host was released on September 10, 2020. The film premiered on Shudder, the horror streaming platform owned by AMC Networks.
Where can I watch Host?
Host is available on Shudder, the dedicated horror streaming service. It may also be available on other streaming platforms or for rental through digital retailers.
What makes Host different from other horror films?
Host is shot entirely through a Zoom video call interface, using the pandemic lockdown as its setting and making the found-footage format feel immediate and claustrophobic. This creative approach to storytelling within a familiar digital platform became a standout element of the film.
How long is Host?
Host has a runtime of approximately 56 minutes, making it a lean and efficient horror experience that wastes no time building tension.
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