The Falling (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1986, The Falling is a drama, horror and science fiction film directed by Deran Sarafian, running about 90 minutes. “There is no place to hide” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Three young friends who are on vacation in Spain and a NASA scientist must join forces to save themselves and the rest of the world from an alien menace.
Who’s in it. The Falling stars Dennis Christopher as Damon, Martin Hewitt as Michael, Lynn-Holly Johnson as Samantha and J.O. Bosso as Captain J.J. Wells, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Falling 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 Falling page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Falling tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Falling (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Falling change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Falling worth watching?
- The Falling holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Falling?
- The Falling stars Dennis Christopher, Martin Hewitt, Lynn-Holly Johnson, J.O. Bosso and Yousaf Bokhari.
- When was The Falling released?
- The Falling was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.