The Waiting Place (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2001, The Waiting Place is a thriller film directed by Cristobal Araus Lobos, running about 77 minutes. “There are some places you should not go...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two escaped convicts hold up in a desolate psychiatric hospital while they await their "ride to freedom". Having little to do but talk about their past crimes, a growing conflict develops, enhanced by the dark mood of the grim setting. The desolate hospital effectively becomes a character in this slow building psychlogical thriller, leading to a bloody, not totally expected ending.
Who’s in it. The Waiting Place stars Dave Perrett as Belmont, Dane Giraud as Ramsey, Vadim Ledogorov as Farmer and Michelle Langstone as Amber, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Waiting Place 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 Waiting Place page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Waiting Place tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Waiting Place (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Waiting Place change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Waiting Place worth watching?
- The Waiting Place holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Waiting Place?
- The Waiting Place stars Dave Perrett, Dane Giraud, Vadim Ledogorov, Michelle Langstone and Belinda Heaslip.
- When was The Waiting Place released?
- The Waiting Place was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.