The Fourth Kind (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 2009, The Fourth Kind is a thriller, mystery and science fiction film directed by Olatunde Osunsanmi, running about 98 minutes. “There are four kinds of alien encounters. The fourth kind is abduction.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Since the 1960s, a disproportionate number of the population in and around Nome, Alaska, have gone missing. Despite FBI investigations, the disappearances remain a mystery. Dr. Abigail Tyler, a psychologist, may be on the verge of blowing the unsolved cases wide open when, during the course of treating her patients, she finds evidence of alien abductions.
Who’s in it. The Fourth Kind stars Milla Jovovich as Abbey, Will Patton as Sheriff August, Hakeem Kae-Kazim as Awolowa Odusami and Corey Johnson as Tommy Fisher, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Fourth Kind has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $47.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fourth Kind page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fourth Kind tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fourth Kind (2009)?
- In US, The Fourth Kind is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Fourth Kind worth watching?
- The Fourth Kind holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, mystery and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Fourth Kind?
- The Fourth Kind stars Milla Jovovich, Will Patton, Hakeem Kae-Kazim, Corey Johnson and Enzo Cilenti.
- When was The Fourth Kind released?
- The Fourth Kind was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.