Manticore (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 4.6

Released in 2005, Manticore is an action, fantasy, horror and science fiction film directed by Tripp Reed, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. During Operation Iraqi Freedom, a US Army Squad is sent to a small Iraqi town to locate a missing news crew, only to find the residents of the town dead and a living weapon of mass destruction, a Manticore, awakened from its long slumber by a terrorist leader wanting to rid his land of the American invaders at any price.
Who’s in it. Manticore stars Robert Beltran as Sgt. Baxter, Jeff Fahey as Kramer, Chase Masterson as Ashley Pierce and Heather Donahue as Cpl. Keats, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Manticore has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Manticore page.
If you liked it. Fans of Manticore tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Manticore (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Manticore change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Manticore worth watching?
- Manticore holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, fantasy, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Manticore?
- Manticore stars Robert Beltran, Jeff Fahey, Chase Masterson, Heather Donahue and Faran Tahir.
- When was Manticore released?
- Manticore was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.
