Bender (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 2016, Bender is a thriller, drama, horror and history film directed by John Alexander, running about 80 minutes. “The first serial killers in America were a family” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The unsettling true story of America's first serial-killing family. A troubled doctor searches for patients swallowed by the prairie and encounters the Benders, homesteaders trapped by a life of unspeakable sin.
Who’s in it. Bender stars Bruce Davison as Mayor Prentiss, Linda Purl as Mrs. Thomas, James Karen as Old Man Bender and Buck Taylor as Sheriff J.E. Stone, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Bender has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 Bender page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bender tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bender (2016)?
- In US, Bender is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Bender worth watching?
- Bender holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, horror and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bender?
- Bender stars Bruce Davison, Linda Purl, James Karen, Buck Taylor and John Monastero.
- When was Bender released?
- Bender was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.