Cast:
Dane DeHaanLockhart
Jason IsaacsVolmer
Mia GothHannah
Harry GroenerPembroke
Celia ImrieVictoria Watkins
Adrian SchillerDeputy Director
Director:
Gore Verbinski
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A Cure for Wellness (2016): Spoiler-Free Review
A Cure for Wellness is Gore Verbinski’s 2016 gothic horror film set in a Swiss spa. It is strange, beautiful and long.
The Premise
Young executive Lockhart (Dane DeHaan) is sent to a remote wellness center in the Swiss Alps to bring back his company’s boss. The patients seem happy, but odd treatments and eerie dreams make Lockhart doubt the head doctor, Volmer (Jason Isaacs). Then Lockhart becomes a patient himself.
Why It Works
- The film is visually rich, with eerie water and ancient halls.
- Dane DeHaan, Jason Isaacs and Mia Goth give strong, odd performances.
- Gore Verbinski, who directed Pirates of the Caribbean, brings a big budget gothic style.
At a Glance
- Director: Gore Verbinski
- Writer: Justin Haythe
- Cast: Dane DeHaan, Jason Isaacs, Mia Goth
- Setting: The Swiss Alps
Verdict
A strange, gorgeous horror film that takes its time. It is long and bold.
- Who should watch: Fans of gothic horror and visual spectacle.
- Spoilers: none. We never reveal the twist in this review.
Frequently Asked Questions About:
"A Cure for Wellness"
Is A Cure for Wellness long?
Yes. It runs about 146 minutes.
Who directed A Cure for Wellness?
Gore Verbinski directed it. He directed Pirates of the Caribbean too.
Last updated: November, 2026
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