The 8th Plague (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 4.5

The 8th Plague poster

Released in 2006, The 8th Plague is an action and horror film directed by Franklin Guerrero Jr., running about 95 minutes. “It doesn't matter if you believe in hell... because hell believes in you” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The 8th Plague is the story of a woman named Launa who is investigating the disappearance of her sister, Nikki. Nikki had gone camping in the mountain town of Halcyon Springs and never came back. Becoming more and more frustrated, Launa realizes that she must find her sister on her own with the help of Mason, a mysterious local man with a shadowed past.

Who’s in it. The 8th Plague stars DJ Perry as Mason, Leslie Anne Valenza as Launa, Terry Jernigan as Buck and Charles Edwin Powell as Curtis, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The 8th Plague has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The 8th Plague page.

If you liked it. Fans of The 8th Plague 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 The 8th Plague (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The 8th Plague change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The 8th Plague worth watching?
The 8th Plague holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The 8th Plague?
The 8th Plague stars DJ Perry, Leslie Anne Valenza, Terry Jernigan, Charles Edwin Powell and Nitin Adsul.
When was The 8th Plague released?
The 8th Plague was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.