The Forest (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 2016, The Forest is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Jason Zada, running about 95 minutes. “Everyone comes here looking for a way out” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set in the Aokigahara Forest, a real-life place in Japan where people go to end their lives. Against this backdrop, a young American woman comes in search of her twin sister, who has mysteriously disappeared.
Who’s in it. The Forest stars Natalie Dormer as Sara / Jess Price, Taylor Kinney as Aiden, Yukiyoshi Ozawa as Michi and Eoin Macken as Rob, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Forest has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $37.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Forest page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Forest tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Forest (2016)?
- In US, The Forest is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Forest worth watching?
- The Forest holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Forest?
- The Forest stars Natalie Dormer, Taylor Kinney, Yukiyoshi Ozawa, Eoin Macken and Gen Seto.
- When was The Forest released?
- The Forest was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.