The Descent
- Adventure
- Horror
After a personal tragedy, Sarah joins her friends on a caving expedition in the Appalachian Mountains. But when a rockfall traps them deep underground, their adventure turns into a nightmare. As they search for a way out, the group discovers they are not alone—lurking in the darkness are savage, cave-dwelling creatures. With rising tension and dwindling trust, the women must fight to survive against both the predators and each other.
The Descent is a 2005 horror-adventure film that traps a group of women in the Appalachian Mountains when a caving expedition goes catastrophically wrong. After a rockfall seals them underground, they discover they're not alone—dangerous creatures lurk in the darkness. This cult classic combines claustrophobic terror with creature horror and interpersonal drama.
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Shauna MacdonaldSarah Carter
Natalie MendozaJuno Kaplan
Alex ReidBeth O'Brien
MyAnna BuringSam Vernet
Saskia MulderRebecca Vernet
Nora-Jane NooneHolly- Leslie SimpsonCrawler
Oliver MilburnPaul Carter
Molly KayllJessica Carter
Craig ConwayCrawler - Scar
Tristan MatthiaeCrawler- Mark CronfieldCrawler
- Stephen LambCrawler
- Catherine DysonCrawler
- Julie EllisCrawler
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The Descent — frequently asked
When was The Descent released?
The Descent was released on July 8, 2005.
Where can I watch The Descent?
The Descent is available on multiple streaming platforms and for purchase or rental on digital retailers. Check your preferred streaming service or digital store for current availability.
What genres does The Descent fall into?
The Descent blends adventure and horror, combining survival thriller elements with creature-feature scares and psychological tension.
Is The Descent based on a true story?
No, The Descent is a fictional horror film. While caving expeditions are real, the plot and creatures are entirely fictional creations for the film.
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