The Basement (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 2011, The Basement is a thriller and horror film directed by Martin-André Young, running about 83 minutes. “Some doors were never meant to be opened.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Five teenagers frantically run for refuge down into a basement. They barricade themselves inside as they are being hunted down by an insane killer upstairs. The killer’s motive is unknown and the teenagers question why this is happening to them. With the killer holding vigil at the basement door, the teenagers soon realize they’re trapped, as the only way out is the very same way they got in. As events unfold, questions of their own sanity come to light and reality becomes distorted.
Who’s in it. The Basement stars Michael Luckett as Phillip.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Basement has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Screambox Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Basement page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Basement tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Basement (2011)?
- In US, The Basement is available to stream on Screambox Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Basement worth watching?
- The Basement holds an audience score of 3.0 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 Basement?
- The Basement stars Michael Luckett.