The Task (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2011, The Task is a horror film directed by Alex Orwell, running about 90 minutes. “The Audience Isn't The Only One Watching.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Something diabolical is taking place on the set of "The Task" a new reality show in which players complete terrifying missions within the confines of an abandoned prison hoping to win a hefty cash prize. As six young students explore their new environment, malicious spirits make their presence known in the most gruesome ways imaginable, Unable to escape the labyrinthine prison, the contestants become unwitting pawns caught at the centre of a blood-soaked night of terror.
Who’s in it. The Task stars Alexandra Staden as Connie, Victor McGuire as Big Daddy, Adam Rayner as Taylor and Antonia Campbell-Hughes as Angel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Task has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Task page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Task tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Task (2011)?
- In US, The Task is available to stream on YouTube TV and MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Task worth watching?
- The Task holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Task?
- The Task stars Alexandra Staden, Victor McGuire, Adam Rayner, Antonia Campbell-Hughes and Ashley Mulheron.
- When was The Task released?
- The Task was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.