The Killing Strain (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 3.2
Released in 2010, The Killing Strain is a thriller and horror film directed by Daniel Maldonado, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. A man-made virus, 'The Killing Strain'-- an out-of-control swine flu-- turns infected humans into raging monsters. As it rapidly spreads, a group of uninfected survivors must make life-or-death decisions before the U.S. military firebombs the area in a desperate attempt contain the contagion. The survivors are unaware that the virus has already reached their group-- by infecting one of them-- and now the merciless metamorphic process has begun.
Who’s in it. The Killing Strain stars Nina Leon as Maria, Venda D'Abato as Amy, Tom Lagleder as David and Brenda Steubing as Emma, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.2/10, The Killing Strain has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Killing Strain page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Killing Strain tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Killing Strain (2010)?
- In GB, The Killing Strain is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Killing Strain worth watching?
- The Killing Strain holds an audience score of 3.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Killing Strain?
- The Killing Strain stars Nina Leon, Venda D'Abato, Tom Lagleder, Brenda Steubing and Willie Bowen.
- When was The Killing Strain released?
- The Killing Strain was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.