Bug (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2006, Bug is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by William Friedkin, running about 98 minutes. “Paranoia is contagious” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In Oklahoma, Agnes, a lonely waitress living in an isolated and dilapidated roadside motel, meets Peter, a quiet and mysterious man with whom she establishes a peculiar relationship.
Who’s in it. Bug stars Ashley Judd as Agnes White, Michael Shannon as Peter Evans, Harry Connick Jr. as Jerry Goss and Lynn Collins as R. C., among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Bug has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $8.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Starz Apple TV Channel and 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 Bug page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bug tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bug (2006)?
- In US, Bug is available to stream on Starz Apple TV Channel, and 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 Bug worth watching?
- Bug holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bug?
- Bug stars Ashley Judd, Michael Shannon, Harry Connick Jr., Lynn Collins and Brían F. O'Byrne.
- When was Bug released?
- Bug was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.