By the Throat (2026): cast, story & where to watch
2026 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2026, By the Throat is a horror film directed by David Luke Rees, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. A wealthy couple, Amy and Alex Cummings have 'lost" their daughter in a tragic car accident several years ago, and Amy is in need of supervision whilst Alex is away on business. The trauma of the crash, the loss of their daughter and Amy's inability to become pregnant again because of her horrendous injuries, have all pushed them to a dangerous place. Lizzy arrives at their beautiful, rural family home to find all is not what it seems. Dark forces are summoned and Lizzy soon finds herself part of a devious plan. Death and murder ensue.
Who’s in it. By the Throat stars Jeany Spark as Amy, Rupert Young as Alex, Patricia Allison as Lizzy and Matthew Cottle as Dr. Lewis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, By the Throat has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch By the Throat page.
If you liked it. Fans of By the Throat tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch By the Throat (2026)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for By the Throat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is By the Throat worth watching?
- By the Throat holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in By the Throat?
- By the Throat stars Jeany Spark, Rupert Young, Patricia Allison, Matthew Cottle and Janet Kumah.
- When was By the Throat released?
- By the Throat was released in 2026, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.