Contagion (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1988, Contagion is an action, thriller, horror and science fiction film directed by Karl Zwicky, running about 90 minutes. “There's no escape from the” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A real estate agent is lured to a run-down mansion only to be trapped and tortured by ghosts.
Who’s in it. Contagion stars John Doyle as Mark, Nicola Bartlett as Cheryl, Ray Barrett as Bael and Nathy Gaffney as Cleo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Contagion has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Contagion page.
If you liked it. Fans of Contagion tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Contagion (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Contagion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Contagion worth watching?
- Contagion holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Contagion?
- Contagion stars John Doyle, Nicola Bartlett, Ray Barrett, Nathy Gaffney and Pamela Hawkesford.
- When was Contagion released?
- Contagion was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.