The Tenant (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 3.6
Released in 2011, The Tenant is an action, thriller, horror and science fiction film directed by Ric La Monte, running about 96 minutes. “Your next breath will be your last” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A simple man, Dr. Walter Newman has high aspirations to cure all disease through genetic manipulation. His obsession with his mission draws him deeper into his own dark world, distracting him from his wife Olivia and from his responsibilities to his patients at the Edgewood Asylum. The doctor's loyal but diabolical nurse, Ms. Tinsley, decides to take matters into her own hands and in secret she conducts her own experiment. When Dr. Newman realizes what has been done, a deformed creature that defies nature is created. Part human, part nightmare. Dr. Newman knows what he must do, but is it already too late?
Who’s in it. The Tenant stars J. LaRose as Jeff, Michael Berryman as Arthur Delman, Bill Cobbs as Jack Rymer and Georgia Chris as Olivia, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.6/10, The Tenant 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 Tenant page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tenant tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tenant (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tenant change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tenant worth watching?
- The Tenant holds an audience score of 3.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Tenant?
- The Tenant stars J. LaRose, Michael Berryman, Bill Cobbs, Georgia Chris and Jennifer Sterger.
- When was The Tenant released?
- The Tenant was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.