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Encounter

2018·Movie·NR·92 min·4.2(68)

Evolution has begun

A group of friends uncover an otherworldly object in a rural field, which they soon discover holds greater secrets than they could imagine.

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United StatesAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel, Cineverse Amazon ChannelAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
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GermanyAdrenalin Amazon channel, Joyn, NetzkinoApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceNetflix, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix Standard with Ads, SFR PlayApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Sooner
South KoreaGoogle Play Movies

About Encounter

Encounter is a 2018 English-language science fiction and drama film directed by Paul Salamoff. The cast is led by Luke Hemsworth, Anna Hutchison, Glenn Keogh. It has a runtime of 1h 32m. Viewers rate it 4.2/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel.

Encounter was produced by Vega Baby, Beyond Casual Media, and IndieGrip.com and made in United States of America. It was released on December 9, 2018, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Paul Salamoff
Writers
Paul Salamoff
Release date
December 9, 2018
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Vega Baby, Beyond Casual Media, IndieGrip.com
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Encounter cast & crew

Encounter was directed by Paul Salamoff and written by Paul Salamoff.

The cast features Luke Hemsworth as Will Dawkins, Anna Hutchison as Jessica Dawkins, Glenn Keogh as Brent Fleming, Cheryl Texiera as Teresa Fleming, Vincent M. Ward as Marcus Doyle, and Christopher Showerman as Jonathan Brandt.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Penka Kouneva, cinematography is by Denton Adkinson, and it was produced by Amy Rhinehart Bailey and Robert Hollocks.

Is Encounter worth watching?

Encounter holds an audience score of 4.2/10 from 68 ratings, a more divisive science fiction films.

At 1h 32m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy science fiction and drama, Encounter is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Encounter

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Cast of Encounter

Luke Hemsworth

Luke Hemsworth

Will Dawkins

Anna Hutchison

Anna Hutchison

Jessica Dawkins

Glenn Keogh

Glenn Keogh

Brent Fleming

Cheryl Texiera

Cheryl Texiera

Teresa Fleming

Vincent M. Ward

Vincent M. Ward

Marcus Doyle

Christopher Showerman

Christopher Showerman

Jonathan Brandt

Wendy Davis

Wendy Davis

Agent Alicia Tevis

Peter Holden

Peter Holden

Agent Christopher Banks

Tom Atkins

Tom Atkins

Professor Herbert Westlake

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Callie Eckley

Shannon Dawkins

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John H. Greene

Farmer

Sarah Booth

Sarah Booth

Rachel

Encounter — FAQs

Where can I watch Encounter in United States?

Encounter is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel, Cineverse Amazon Channel in United States.

Is Encounter on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Encounter is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Encounter in?

Encounter is originally in English, with audio tracks including French, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Encounter?

Encounter runs 1 hours 32 minutes (92 minutes).

What is Encounter rated?

Encounter is rated NR. It holds a 4.2/10 audience score from 68 ratings.

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