The Guest (2014) Thriller Drama Sci-Fi Mystery Action Crime
The Guest (2014) Movie Release Dates / Movie Details
Rated R | Threatrical Sep 05, 2014 (US) | Genres Thriller, Drama, Sci-Fi, Mystery, Action, Crime | Runtime 1h 40m
- Overall Score: ☆ 7.83/10
IMDB: ☆ 6.7/10
Metascore: ☆ 7.6/10
Tomatometer: ☆ 9.2/10 - Related: Discover more movies like The Guest
The Guest Plot Synopsis:
Synopsis / Plot Summary: A soldier introduces himself to the Peterson family, claiming to be a friend of their son who died in action. After the young man is welcomed into their home, a series of accidental deaths seem to be connected to his presence.
Tagline: Be careful who you let in.
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The Guest Movie Information:
Type: MovieYear: 2014 (more 2014 movies)
MPAA Rating: R
Runtime: 100 minutes / Directors: Adam Wingard
Stars: Dan Stevens, Maika Monroe, Brendan Meyer, Sheila Kelley, Leland Orser … (cast list)
Release Date: Theatrical Release Date Sep 05, 2014Box Office: $332,890
Awards: 5
Nominations: 13
Language: English
Country: United States, United Kingdom
Release Dates: Movie Release Dates / The Guest Release Dates In Theaters: Sep 05, 2014
Producers: Simon Barrett, Jess Wu Calder, Keith Calder, Bruce Wayne Gillies, Chris Harding, Thorsten Schumacher
Musicians: Steve Moore
Cinematographers: Robby Baumgartner
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The Guest (2014) Cast (Click to Expand)
The Guest Cast
| Cast overview, first billed only: | Character(s) | |
|---|---|---|
| Dan Stevens | ... | "David" |
| Maika Monroe | ... | Anna Peterson |
| Brendan Meyer | ... | Luke Peterson |
| Sheila Kelley | ... | Laura Peterson |
| Leland Orser | ... | Spencer Peterson |
| Lance Reddick | ... | Major Carver |
| Tabatha Shaun | ... | Kristen |
| Chase Williamson | ... | Zeke |
| Joel David Moore | ... | Craig |
| Steven John Brown | ... | Mike (as Steve Brown) |
| Brenden Wedner | ... | Ian |
| Alex Knight | ... | Mr. Lyles |
| Ethan Embry | ... | Higgings |
| Nancy Jeris | ... | Secretary |
| Matthew Page | ... | Fireman (as Matt Page) |
| Katie Anne Mitchell | ... | Paramedic |
| Frank Bond | ... | Mr. Alston |
| Mike Miller | ... | Elderly Man |
| Jesse Luken | ... | Drew |
| Kelsey Leos Montoya | ... | Jason (as Kelsey Montoya) |
Fun Facts: 15 Real AGES of Cast
- Dan Stevens (b. October 10, 1982) – \"David\"
Sign: Libra, Height: 6' (1.83 m) - Maika Monroe (b. May 29, 1993) – Anna Peterson
Sign: Gemini, Height: 5' 6" (1.68 m)
Also known as: Maika Buckley - Brendan Meyer (b. October 2, 1994) – Luke Peterson
Sign: Libra, Height: 5' 7¼" (1.71 m) - Sheila Kelley – Laura Peterson
- Leland Orser (b. August 6, 1960) – Spencer Peterson
Sign: Leo, Height: 5' 8½" (1.74 m)
Also known as: Lee Orser - Lance Reddick (b. June 7, 1962) – Major Carver
Sign: Gemini, Height: 6' 2" (1.88 m) - Tabatha Shaun – Kristen
- Chase Williamson (b. July 14, 1988) – Zeke
Sign: Cancer, Height: 5' 10¼" (1.79 m) - Joel David Moore (b. September 25, 1977) – Craig
Sign: Libra, Height: 6' 2" (1.88 m)
Also known as: Joel D. Moore | Joel Moore - Steven John Brown – Mike (as Steve Brown)
- Brenden Wedner – Ian
- Alex Knight – Mr. Lyles
Height: 5' 9" (1.75 m)
Also known as: Alex Patrick Knight - Ethan Embry (b. June 13, 1978) – Higgings
Sign: Gemini, Height: 5' 10" (1.78 m)
Also known as: Ethan Randall - Nancy Jeris (b. March 16, 1935) – Secretary
Sign: Pisces, Height: 5' 8" (1.73 m) - Matthew Page – Fireman (as Matt Page)
Height: 5' 11" (1.8 m)
Also known as: Adam Page | Matthew D. Page | Matthew Daniel Page | Matt Page | Matt Scott
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