Where to start withThe Guest
3 versions · originally a film, 2014
Themes: False Identity, Psychological Manipulation, Moral Ambiguity, Family Secrets, Deception.
Start with The Guest (Adam Wingard, 2014) — the film. The Guest exists in 3 versions across media, beginning as a film in 2014; each is ranked below by what it does best.
Each iteration of The Guest explores the unsettling intrusion of a mysterious outsider into the fragile, unsuspecting lives of others.
✦ Most fans start here
The Guest (2014)
The original movie
✦ Start hereThe Guest
Adam Wingard · Film · 2014
The 2014 film The Guest delivers a stylized, high-tension thriller experience that masterfully blends domestic drama with sudden, violent mystery, perfect for viewers who appreciate atmospheric, character-driven suspense cinema.
2018 series
The Guest
Kim Hong-sun · Series · 2018
The 2018 television series The Guest shifts the narrative into the supernatural realm, offering a procedural mystery that focuses on the collaborative effort to combat malevolent, otherworldly forces and crimes.
2023 book
The Guest
Emma Cline · Book · 2023
The 2023 novel The Guest provides a deep, character-focused psychological study of identity and deception, ideal for readers seeking a smoldering, literary exploration of a woman navigating a fabricated life.
Common questions
Is The Guest (2014) related to The Guest (2018) or The Guest (2023)?
No, The Guest (2014) is a standalone film. It is not connected to the 2018 television series The Guest or the 2023 book titled The Guest. These three titles share a name but represent entirely different stories and creative works.
What order should I consume The Guest titles in?
There is no required order for these works because they are unrelated. You can watch the 2014 film The Guest, view the 2018 series The Guest, or read the 2023 book The Guest in any sequence you prefer without missing any narrative context.
Is The Guest (2014) based on the book The Guest (2023)?
The 2014 movie The Guest is not based on the 2023 book titled The Guest. Despite the identical titles, the film and the novel are separate projects with no shared source material or creative lineage.
How long is the movie The Guest compared to the series The Guest?
The Guest (2014) is a feature-length film, whereas The Guest (2018) is a television series. The film provides a single narrative experience, while the 2018 television series is designed to be watched over multiple episodes.