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The Invitation (2016)

“There is nothing to be afraid of.”

6.4/10 · 2,963 votes 1h 40m nr ThrillerHorror

#178 of 305 films from 2016 #1433 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Karyn Kusama · Written by Phil Hay, Matt Manfredi

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Overview

Will and his new girlfriend Kira are invited to a dinner with old friends at the house of Will’s ex Eden and her new partner David. Although the evening appears to be relaxed, Will soon gets a creeping suspicion that their charming host David is up to something.

Cast

Logan Marshall-Greenas Will
Tammy Blanchardas Eden
Emayatzy Corinealdias Kira
Michiel Huismanas David
John Carroll Lynchas Pruitt
Lindsay Burdgeas Sadie
Mike Doyleas Tommy
Jay Larsonas Ben
Michelle Krusiecas Gina
Karl Yuneas Choi
Jordi Vilasusoas Miguel
Marieh Delfinoas Claire
Toby Hussas Dr. Joseph
Aiden Lovekampas Ty

Facts

Release dateApril 8, 2016
Runtime100 min (1h 40m) — about the same as the 2016 average of 106 min
GenresThriller, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$1,000,000
Box office$354,835 (0.4× budget)
IMDbtt2400463

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Questions

How long is The Invitation?
The Invitation runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Is The Invitation worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.4/10 across 2,963 votes, which places it #178 of 305 films released in 2016 in this index (top 42%) and #1433 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Invitation?
The Invitation was directed by Karyn Kusama. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Jennifer's Body (2009), Destroyer (2018), Æon Flux (2005).
Who stars in The Invitation?
Logan Marshall-Green as Will; Tammy Blanchard as Eden; Emayatzy Corinealdi as Kira; Michiel Huisman as David; John Carroll Lynch as Pruitt; Lindsay Burdge as Sadie.
What is The Invitation rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Invitation?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/47710.

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