The Veldt (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1987, The Veldt is a horror and science fiction film directed by Nozim To'laho'jayev, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. Two children get a present from their parents, an electronic game. Via gigantic television screens, Peter and Wendy lose themselves for days in the African "veldt" and watch with excitement as lions devour antelopes. Meanwhile, strange things take place outside the house: An atmosphere of hostility forms in the city, and the citizens are unsettled by the materialization of ghosts and the memories of their loved ones...
Who’s in it. The Veldt stars Yuri Belyayev, Nelli Pshyonnaya, Gogi Gegechkori and Tamar Skhirtladze, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Veldt 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 The Veldt page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Veldt tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Veldt (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Veldt change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Veldt worth watching?
- The Veldt holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Veldt?
- The Veldt stars Yuri Belyayev, Nelli Pshyonnaya, Gogi Gegechkori, Tamar Skhirtladze and Aleksandra Yakovleva.
- When was The Veldt released?
- The Veldt was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.