Red Mist (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 5.1

Red Mist poster

Released in 2008, Red Mist is a thriller and horror film directed by Paddy Breathnach, running about 98 minutes. “Do Not Resuscitate” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A young doctor in a US hospital administers a powerful and untested cocktail of drugs to a coma victim. But instead of curing him, it triggers a powerful "out-of-body" experience and enables the patient - a depraved and dangerous loner - to inhabit other people's bodies and, through them, take revenge on the bullying medical students who were accidentally responsible for his condition.

Who’s in it. Red Mist stars Arielle Kebbel as Catherine, Sarah Carter as Kim, Stephen Dillane as Dr. Harris and Andrew-Lee Potts as Kenneth, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Red Mist has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Red Mist page.

If you liked it. Fans of Red Mist tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Red Mist (2008)?
In US, Red Mist is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Red Mist worth watching?
Red Mist holds an audience score of 5.1 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 Red Mist?
Red Mist stars Arielle Kebbel, Sarah Carter, Stephen Dillane, Andrew-Lee Potts and Alex Wyndham.
When was Red Mist released?
Red Mist was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.