Wishcraft (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 2002, Wishcraft is a horror film directed by Richard Wenk, running about 102 minutes. “Be careful what you wish for.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Brett is a high-school outcast who doesn't run with the in crowd, unlike Samantha, the cheerleader he has a desperate crush on. Then one day, he gets a parcel in the mail -- a totem with the power to grant his deepest, darkest desires. Brett wishes for Samantha to love him, and she does, although after a while her affection starts leaning toward obsession. Then murders start occurring in the school, which Brett gradually starts to connect to the totem.
Who’s in it. Wishcraft stars Michael Weston as Brett Bumpers, Alexandra Holden as Samantha Warren, Huntley Ritter as Cody and Austin Pendleton as Mr. Turner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Wishcraft has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wishcraft page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wishcraft tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wishcraft (2002)?
- In US, Wishcraft is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Wishcraft worth watching?
- Wishcraft holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wishcraft?
- Wishcraft stars Michael Weston, Alexandra Holden, Huntley Ritter, Austin Pendleton and A.J. Buckley.
- When was Wishcraft released?
- Wishcraft was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.