The Channel (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 3.7
Released in 2016, The Channel is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Tom Lewis, running about 93 minutes. “Evil hides in the periphery.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After surviving a near-death experience, a teenager discovers that she's become a channel for an evil spirit's entry into her life.
Who’s in it. The Channel stars Kristen StephensonPino as Cassie, Carol Anne Watts as Silvia, Kimberly Spak as Alison and Corrin Evans as Trish, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.7/10, The Channel has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $18.3K at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Channel page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Channel tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Channel (2016)?
- In US, The Channel is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Channel worth watching?
- The Channel holds an audience score of 3.7 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 The Channel?
- The Channel stars Kristen StephensonPino, Carol Anne Watts, Kimberly Spak, Corrin Evans and Donna Rusch.
- When was The Channel released?
- The Channel was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.