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Infested (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Infested is a 2024 horror film directed by Sébastien Vanicek, starring Théo Christine as Kaleb, Jérôme Niel and Ike Zacsongo. It runs 1 hour 46 minutes and earned $2.4 million worldwide. Critics gave it 95% on Rotten Tomatoes and 70 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.5/10.

IMDb rating
5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes
95%
worldwide gross
$2.4M
Echo Score
65
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Infested (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 46m (106 min)
Genre
Horror
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Infested About?

The premise of Infested without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Approaching a significant birthday, Kaleb finds his life falling apart, struggling with a strained relationship with his sister and an estrangement from his best friend, leaving him feeling increasingly isolated. His interest in unusual animals leads to a fateful acquisition, unknowingly unleashing a dangerous infestation that quickly spreads and threatens to destroy everything around him.

Infested Themes & Keywords

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  • gay interest
  • gay
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Cast & crew

Infested Cast & Characters

Théo Christine leads the cast as Kaleb, with Jérôme Niel as Mathys and Ike Zacsongo as Toumani. Directed by Sébastien Vanicek; 20 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

Infested Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Infested 95% on Rotten Tomatoes and 70 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 65/100, strongest in art & craft (80) and weakest in story & flow (50).

65 /100

Infested Echo Score Breakdown

Infested presents a competent creature‑feature premise anchored by effective set design and vivid spider visuals, yet its human narrative falters. The direction and tension building are solid, while performances range from genuine fear to disengaging. Plot originality is limited, resulting in a mixed viewing experience that may satisfy genre fans but offers limited incentive for repeat watches.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 80

    In terms of art and craft, the film excels in production design and visual execution, turning a rundown building into a claustrophobic arena of webs and shadows. Critics highlight the energetic cinematography and set pieces, and users praise the realistic spider effects. Minor drawbacks include occasional chaotic staging, but overall the craftsmanship is strong.

  • Character & Emotion 55

    When evaluating character and emotion, the ensemble delivers moments of genuine terror but often lacks depth. Some reviewers note compelling leads who convey fear convincingly, yet many cite weak side characters and a failure to foster audience connection. The mixed reception reflects both nuanced performances and broadly underdeveloped personalities.

  • Story & Flow 50

    Regarding story and flow, the narrative follows a familiar creature‑feature formula without introducing fresh ideas. Critics describe the plot as generic and occasionally overstretched, while users mention chaotic pacing and a confusing hidden message. The film maintains tension but its originality and structural coherence remain limited.

  • Sensory Experience 75

    The sensory experience stands out, with sound design and visual style immersing viewers in a tense, arachnid‑laden environment. Reviewers commend the eerie soundtrack, effective use of shadows, and convincing spider CGI, though a few note excessive reliance on visual effects in later sections. Overall, the sensory elements reinforce the horror atmosphere.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    Rewatch factor is moderate; the film delivers enough scares and visceral moments to merit a second viewing for fans of the genre. Some critics and users express desire for more after the experience, yet others find the story forgettable and the pacing uneven, limiting long‑term replay appeal.

Plot

Infested Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Infested from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Three Arab smugglers embark on a dangerous mission in the heart of a Middle Eastern desert, where their aim is to hunt for spiders. However, the situation turns grim when one of them, after dousing a spider nest with poison gas, ends up getting bitten. As more spiders burst from their nest, chaos ensues, leading to one smugglers’ demise at the hands of his companion, who uses a machete to make the harsh decision to end his suffering. The surviving smugglers manage to escape in their truck, but the horrors don’t end there.

Full summary

The whole story of Infested, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Infested Box Office

Infested grossed $2.4 million worldwide.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$2.4M

International
$2.4M
Videos

Infested Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.

Official Trailer [Subtitled]
  • Clip Drain Infestation Clip [Subtitled]
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Infested?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Infested Also Known As

29 alternative titles, including “Vermin” and “Павуче лігво”.

Also known as
  • Vermin
  • Павуче лігво
  • Στον ιστό του τρόμου
  • Arácnidos
  • Pókok
  • Arácnidos: La plaga
  • Robactwo
  • Vermin - A Praga
  • Паутина страха
  • مورد هجوم قرار گرفته
  • جانوران موذی
  • Ổ Nhện
+17 more
  • Vermin La plaga
  • Spiders - Ihr Biss ist der Tod
  • 인페스티드
  • スパイダー 増殖
  • Vermin: La plaga
  • 魔蛛巢城
  • Háveď
  • Havěť
  • Infestação
  • 害虫
  • 蛛殺
  • Infested (الموبوء)
  • 베르민느: 독거미
  • Заразени
  • スパイダー/増殖
  • ฝูง 8 ขากับดักสยอง
  • רשת הפחד

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FAQ

Infested FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Infested, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Infested?

Infested runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

When was Infested released?

Infested was released on April 26, 2024.

Who directed Infested?

Infested was directed by Sébastien Vanicek.

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Who is in the cast of Infested?

Infested stars Théo Christine as Kaleb, Jérôme Niel as Mathys and Ike Zacsongo as Toumani, among 20 credited actors.

How much did Infested make at the box office?

Infested grossed $2.4 million worldwide.

How is Infested rated?

Infested has 5.5/10 on IMDb, 95% on Rotten Tomatoes, 70 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.

Does Infested have a post-credit scene?

No. Infested has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Infested in?

The original language of Infested is French.

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