The Alien Within (1995): cast, story & where to watch
1995 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1995, The Alien Within is a horror and science fiction film directed by Scott P. Levy, running about 75 minutes. “Only one species can rule the Earth... it may no longer be human.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Crew of an undersea mining platform falls prey to mysterious and dangerous parasite. The parasite has the ability to affect people's minds, so survivors can't be certain who is safe and who is infected.
Who’s in it. The Alien Within stars Roddy McDowall as Dr. Henry Lazarus, Alex Hyde-White as Jedidiah Pickett, Melanie Shatner as Catherine Harding and Don Stroud as Louis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Alien Within has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Alien Within page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Alien Within tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Alien Within (1995)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Alien Within change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Alien Within worth watching?
- The Alien Within holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Alien Within?
- The Alien Within stars Roddy McDowall, Alex Hyde-White, Melanie Shatner, Don Stroud and Rodger Halston.
- When was The Alien Within released?
- The Alien Within was released in 1995, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.