Death and Cremation (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2010, Death and Cremation is a thriller and horror film directed by Justin Steele, running about 86 minutes. “Business is booming at the crematorium.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In a typical American suburb filled with middle class morals, a lonely 59-year-old, Stan, contributes to society by offering cremation services from his basement. In fact, Stan murders neighbors he perceives to be social bullies. Jarod, a fatherless 17-year-old high school outcast, lands an after-school job in Stan's cremation house and the two develop an unusual working relationship that quickly evolves into a partnership. As detective Matt Fairchild puts together clues from local disappearances, Stan must decide if protecting his newfound trainee is worth killing for.
Who’s in it. Death and Cremation stars Brad Dourif as Stan, Jeremy Sumpter as Jarod Leary, Daniel Baldwin as Bill Weaver and Debbon Ayer as Martha Leary, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Death and Cremation has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Death and Cremation page.
If you liked it. Fans of Death and Cremation tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Death and Cremation (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Death and Cremation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Death and Cremation worth watching?
- Death and Cremation holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Death and Cremation?
- Death and Cremation stars Brad Dourif, Jeremy Sumpter, Daniel Baldwin, Debbon Ayer and Scott Elrod.
- When was Death and Cremation released?
- Death and Cremation was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.