The Host
"Man has made his newest predator."
Originally released in 2006. The Host is a horror/drama film. directed by Bong Joon Ho. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Song Kang-ho, Byun Hee-bong, and Park Hae-il
Synopsis
A teenage girl is captured by a giant mutated squid-like creature that appears from Seoul's Han River after toxic waste was dumped in it, prompting her family into a frantic search for her.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 27, 2006
19 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Good (3,021 votes)
Budget
$11M
Production budget
Box Office
$88.5M
8.0x return
Language
Korean
Original language
Country
South Korea
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- KO
- Budget
- $11,000,000
- Revenue
- $88,489,643
Production Companies
- Chungeorahm Film
- Showbox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Host about?
A teenage girl is captured by a giant mutated squid-like creature that appears from Seoul's Han River after toxic waste was dumped in it, prompting her family into a frantic search for her.
Who directed The Host?
The Host was directed by Bong Joon Ho.
How long is The Host?
The Host has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was The Host released?
The Host was released on July 27, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Host?
The main cast of The Host includes Song Kang-ho, Byun Hee-bong, Park Hae-il, Bae Doona, Ko A-sung.
Is The Host worth watching?
The Host has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 3,021 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.