Phase IV (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1974, Phase IV is a thriller, horror and science fiction film directed by Saul Bass, running about 86 minutes. “Adapt or die.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Arizona ants mock the food chain on their way to a desert lab to get two scientists and a woman.
Who’s in it. Phase IV stars Nigel Davenport as Dr. Ernest D. Hubbs, Michael Murphy as James R. Lesko, Lynne Frederick as Kendra Eldridge and Alan Gifford as Mr. Eldridge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Phase IV has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Phase IV page.
If you liked it. Fans of Phase IV tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Phase IV (1974)?
- In US, Phase IV is available to rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Phase IV worth watching?
- Phase IV holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Phase IV?
- Phase IV stars Nigel Davenport, Michael Murphy, Lynne Frederick, Alan Gifford and Robert Henderson.
- When was Phase IV released?
- Phase IV was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.