The Basement (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1989, The Basement is a horror film directed by Timothy O'Rawe, running about 79 minutes. “They're waiting... FOR YOU!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Four strangers are summoned to the basement of an abandoned house by a mysterious entity known only as The Sentinel. One after another, they are forced to witness heinous deeds they have yet to commit – and which will damn them for all eternity.
Who’s in it. The Basement stars Dennis Driscoll as Charles Huff, Kathleen Heidinger as Victoria, David Webber as Mr. Adelman and Scott Corizzi as Scott Caplan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Basement 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 The Basement page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Basement tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Basement (1989)?
- In US, The Basement is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Basement worth watching?
- The Basement holds an audience score of 5.1 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 Basement?
- The Basement stars Dennis Driscoll, Kathleen Heidinger, David Webber, Scott Corizzi and Traci Mann.
- When was The Basement released?
- The Basement was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.