Infection (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 2005, Infection is a horror film directed by Albert Pyun, running about 81 minutes.
What it’s about. A meteor carrying an unknown infection, lands outside a Small Californian community, bringing terror and death. Just after midnight, a local rancher named Larry Jenkins discovers the meteor and calls the police. Inspector Bardo is sent to the scene to investigate. The small Lawton police department is short-handed, as it is the night of the high school prom. Arriving at a desolate forest road miles out of town, Bardo discovers that Jenkins has been infected by the alien organism. The officer is savagely attacked and infected. Both men head towards Lawton, terrorizing and contaminating everyone they encounter. Meanwhile, Cheryl and Timmy have left the prom and are parked atop Lover's Lane. Bardo comes upon the lovebirds and attacks them, infecting Timmy. Now Cheryl must run for her life through the pitch-black forest, escaping her pursuers and trying to reach the authorities before the infection spreads to L.A.
Who’s in it. Infection stars Jenny Dare Paulin as Cheryl Cooper, Morgan Weisser as Timmy Boswell, Alan Abelew as Jenkins and Norbert Weisser as Dr. Franks / Deputy Ben, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Infection has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Infection page.
If you liked it. Fans of Infection tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Infection (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Infection change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Infection worth watching?
- Infection holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Infection?
- Infection stars Jenny Dare Paulin, Morgan Weisser, Alan Abelew, Norbert Weisser and Laurie O'Brien.
- When was Infection released?
- Infection was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.