The Forest (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1982, The Forest is a horror film directed by Don Jones, running about 85 minutes. “Daddy's Gone A Hunting” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A cannibal hermit living in the woods preys on campers and hikers for his food supply.
Who’s in it. The Forest stars Dean Russell as Steve, Gary Kent as John, Tomi Barrett as Sharon and John Batis as Charlie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Forest has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Forest page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Forest tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Forest (1982)?
- In US, The Forest is available to rent or buy from Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Forest worth watching?
- The Forest holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Forest?
- The Forest stars Dean Russell, Gary Kent, Tomi Barrett, John Batis and Ann Wilkinson.
- When was The Forest released?
- The Forest was released in 1982, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.