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The Host

6.320132h 6mPG-13MovieActionAdventureScience 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
ProducersRay Angelic·Marc Butan

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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 is streaming on Philo, Shout! Factory and The CW in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Host on Netflix?

No, The Host is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Philo and Shout! Factory.

Is The Host on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Host is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The Host for free?

The Host is available to stream free (with ads) on The CW and Fawesome in United States.