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The Host

6.320132h 6mMMovieActionAdventureScience Fiction

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.

DirectorAndrew Niccol
WriterAndrew Niccol
ProducersSteve Schwartz·Paula Mae Schwartz

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Not available in Australia
Streaming in 54 other countries

The Host isn't on any streaming service in Australia right now, but it's available in Argentina, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium and 50 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Andrew Niccol

SRSaoirse Ronan
Saoirse Ronan
Melanie Stryder / Wanda
DKDiane Kruger
Diane Kruger
The Seeker / Lacey
MIMax Irons
Max Irons
Jared Howe
JAJake Abel
Jake Abel
Ian O'Shea
WHWilliam Hurt
William Hurt
Jeb Stryder
FFFrances Fisher
Frances Fisher
Maggie Stryder
CCChandler Canterbury
Chandler Canterbury
Jamie Stryder
BHBoyd Holbrook
Boyd Holbrook
Kyle O'Shea
SRStephen Rider
Stephen Rider
Seeker Reed
ARAlex Russell
Alex Russell
Seeker Burns
RRRachel Roberts
Rachel Roberts
Soul Fleur
JEJ.D. Evermore
J.D. Evermore
Trevor Stryder

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The Host — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Host?

The Host isn't on any streaming service in Australia yet, but it's available in United Arab Emirates, Argentina and Austria and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Host on Netflix?

No, The Host is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026.

Is The Host on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Host isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Host for free?

The Host isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.