Official movie poster for The Invitation (2016), a thriller horror film

The Invitation(2016)

There is nothing to be afraid of.

6.4(2,942)1h 40m2016-04-08
ThrillerHorror

The Invitation Synopsis

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.

The Invitation (2016) is a thriller and horror film directed by Karyn Kusama, released on April 8, 2016 with a runtime of 1h 40m. It stars Logan Marshall-Green, Tammy Blanchard, Emayatzy Corinealdi and Michiel Huisman. Viewers rate it 6.4 out of 10 across 2,942 ratings.

Director:
Karyn Kusama
Writers:
Phil Hay, Matt Manfredi
Producers:
Martha Griffin, Phil Hay, Matt Manfredi
Cinematographer:
Bobby Shore
Composer:
Theodore Shapiro
Production:
XYZ Films, Gamechanger Films, Lege Artis, The Invitation, Drafthouse Films
Budget:
$1,000,000
Revenue:
$354,835
Status:
Released

The Invitation (2016) Trailer

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The Invitation Videos & Clips

Official trailers, teasers, clips and featurettes for The Invitation.

THE INVITATION [Trailer] In theaters & On Demand 4/8!

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THE INVITATION [Teaser] In theaters & On Demand 4/8!

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THE INVITATION [Clip] Bars on the Windows - In theaters and On Demand 4/8!

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THE INVITATION [Clip] A Little Strange - In theaters and On Demand 4/8!

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THE INVITATION [Clip] Suspicious - In theaters and On Demand 4/8!

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The Invitation Reviews & Ratings

Average viewer score of 6.4/10 from 2,942 ratings.

teix

9/10

This film was a very nice surprise for me. I didn't know much about the plot, which helped. Right from the start you are increasingly presented with atmospheric stimuli that help to increase the overall tension for the story. The photography and the sounds and the acting might seem off putting for some, but for me it all worked well together. You start to **get** what is going on and to **think** you know what is…

Reviewed on July 24, 2016

Reno

6/10

**Think carefully before attending your ex's party invite!** My first impression was, not another 'The Perfect Host'. And it is not, but the same category. This is a comeback film for the director after the average 'Jennifer's Body' that released half a decade ago. Some people liked it, but for me it was an average film, because I've seen the better one. Still, I appreciate the effort, like handling the narration.…

Reviewed on October 24, 2016

The Movie Diorama

8/10

The Invitation incites audiences to attend the most anxiety-inducing dinner party ever. Grief. The melancholic turmoil of loss. A catalyst for unwanted prominent personality alterations that change the very fabric of who we are. Each individual experiences sorrow and subsists through a variety of different methods. Some forgive and forget. Others harness the inability to progress, experiencing a stumbling block of…

Reviewed on January 16, 2020

Repo Jack

7/10

It's weird enough when your ex invites you to a dinner party with friends and her new significant other, but "The Invitation" piles on more uncomfortable / weird circumstances until it really goes off the rails (in a good way).

Reviewed on October 22, 2020

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The Invitation – Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch The Invitation online?

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The Invitation (2016) is available to stream on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus and ARROW, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.

Who stars in The Invitation?

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The main cast of The Invitation (2016) includes Logan Marshall-Green, Tammy Blanchard, Emayatzy Corinealdi, Michiel Huisman and John Carroll Lynch. The film was directed by Karyn Kusama. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.

When was The Invitation released?

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The Invitation was released on April 8, 2016 and runs for 1h 40m.

Is The Invitation worth watching?

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The Invitation (2016) holds an average rating of 6.4 out of 10 from 2,942 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy thriller and horror films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.

Is there a trailer for The Invitation?

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Yes. The official The Invitation trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.