Mimesis (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2011, Mimesis is a horror film directed by Douglas Schulze, running about 95 minutes. “Welcome Back To That Night” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A group of horror fans find themselves unwilling participants in a nightmarish role playing game that pays homage to a classic horror film.
Who’s in it. Mimesis stars Sid Haig as Alfonso Betz, Courtney Gains as Gordon, Lauren Mae Shafer as Judith and Jana Thompson as Karen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Mimesis has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mimesis page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mimesis tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mimesis (2011)?
- In US, Mimesis is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Mimesis worth watching?
- Mimesis holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mimesis?
- Mimesis stars Sid Haig, Courtney Gains, Lauren Mae Shafer, Jana Thompson and Allen Maldonado.
- When was Mimesis released?
- Mimesis was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.