The Roost (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2005, The Roost is a horror film directed by Ti West, running about 80 minutes. “Caution: If They Bite You...Kill Yourself!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Following a near-death car accident, four friends on their way to a Halloween wedding, venture to a secluded farm for help. Little do they know however, they will soon disturb an ancient evil with far more ghastly plans in store for them...
Who’s in it. The Roost stars Karl Jacob as Trevor, Vanessa Horneff as Allison, Sean Reid as Brian and Larry Fessenden as Tow Truck Driver, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Roost has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $5.6K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Roost page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Roost tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Roost (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Roost change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Roost worth watching?
- The Roost holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Roost?
- The Roost stars Karl Jacob, Vanessa Horneff, Sean Reid, Larry Fessenden and Tom Noonan.
- When was The Roost released?
- The Roost was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.