The 5th Kind (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 2017, The 5th Kind is a thriller, horror, mystery and science fiction film directed by Randall Cropp, running about 72 minutes. “They Are Already Here” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Three best friends try to get 'internet famous' by filming their own survival show out in the woods. A weekend trip to accomplish this project turns deadly when a mysterious and very foreign visitor ends up in their neck of the woods.
Who’s in it. The 5th Kind stars Zech Johnson as Jonas, Sean Taylor as Jonas, Randall Cropp as Matthew and Jeremy Michael Pereira as Rhodes.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, The 5th Kind has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The 5th Kind page.
If you liked it. Fans of The 5th Kind tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The 5th Kind (2017)?
- In US, The 5th Kind is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The 5th Kind worth watching?
- The 5th Kind holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror, mystery and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The 5th Kind?
- The 5th Kind stars Zech Johnson, Sean Taylor, Randall Cropp and Jeremy Michael Pereira.
- When was The 5th Kind released?
- The 5th Kind was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.