The House (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2016, The House is a thriller and horror film directed by Reinert Kiil, running about 90 minutes. “Come to have shelter” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two German soldiers has taken a Norwegian soldier as prisoner, during one of the cold Scandianvian winter nights during WW2. They are thankful that they find a lonely house out in the wilderness, but the houses aren't that cozy after all.
Who’s in it. The House stars Espen Edvartsen as Max, Ingvild Flikkerud as Lise, Anita Ihler as Grandmother and Sondre Krogtoft Larsen as Rune Henriksbø, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The House 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 House page.
If you liked it. Fans of The House tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The House (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The House change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The House worth watching?
- The House holds an audience score of 5.5 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 House?
- The House stars Espen Edvartsen, Ingvild Flikkerud, Anita Ihler, Sondre Krogtoft Larsen and Heidi Ødegaard Mikkelsen.
- When was The House released?
- The House was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.