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Species

6.019951h 48m18MovieScience FictionHorrorAction

In 1993, the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence Project receives a transmission detailing an alien DNA structure, along with instructions on how to splice it with human DNA. The result is Sil, a sensual but deadly creature who can…

DirectorRoger Donaldson
WriterDennis Feldman
ProducersFrank Mancuso Jr.·Dennis Feldman

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Cast · Directed by Roger Donaldson

NHNatasha Henstridge
Natasha Henstridge
Sil
BKBen Kingsley
Ben Kingsley
Xavier Fitch
MMMichael Madsen
Michael Madsen
Preston Lennox
MHMarg Helgenberger
Marg Helgenberger
Dr. Laura Baker
AMAlfred Molina
Alfred Molina
Dr. Stephen Arden
FWForest Whitaker
Forest Whitaker
Dan Smithson, Empath
MWMichelle Williams
Michelle Williams
Young Sil
JLJordan Lund
Jordan Lund
Aide
HWHerta Ware
Herta Ware
Mrs. Morris
WUWilliam Utay
William Utay
Colleague
DFDon Fischer
Don Fischer
Aide
SM
Scott McKenna
Train Hobo

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Species — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Species?

Species is streaming on MGM Plus in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Species on Netflix?

No, Species is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on MGM Plus.

Is Species on Amazon Prime Video?

Species isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Species for free?

Species is available on MGM Plus in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Species?

Yes — Species is followed by Species II (1998) in the Species Collection.

Is there a prequel to Species?

Species is the first film in the Species Collection.

Is Species part of a trilogy?

No — Species is part of the Species Collection, which has 4 films.

How many movies are in the Species Collection?

There are 4 films in the Species Collection: Species (1995), Species II (1998), Species III (2004) and Species: The Awakening (2007).