The Spiral (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film

Released in 2018, The Spiral is a thriller and science fiction film directed by PF Wong, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Jon Caine, a respected lecturer in a university, was found missing. Three months later he resurfaced and massacred a group of civilians and police at a cafe. After being apprehended by Detective Inspector Aleana, he was sent to an asylum to be interrogated by a criminal psychologist, Dr Melanie Surya. Jon was erratic and psychotic, as well as deadly - traits that he didn't have before he went missing. Melanie soon learnt that her very existence is the key to Jon's sudden change of behavior and ultimately, she unlocked the secret that Jon has held inside him.
Who’s in it. The Spiral stars Siti Saleha, Peter Davis, Ben Andrew Pfeiffer and Ayez Shaukat Fonseka, among others.
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 The Spiral page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Spiral tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Spiral (2018)?
- In US, The Spiral is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in The Spiral?
- The Spiral stars Siti Saleha, Peter Davis, Ben Andrew Pfeiffer, Ayez Shaukat Fonseka and Patrick Teoh.
- When was The Spiral released?
- The Spiral was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.