The Pest
“What kind of freakazoid would let someone hunt him just to collect $50,000?...Next question.”
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Fast-talking Latino con artist Pestario "Pest" Vargas is the target of Scottish mobsters to whom he owes a considerable debt. Willing to do anything to raise money and avoid severe injury or death, Vargas agrees to a very unusual job -- he will be transported to a remote island and hunted by Gustav Shank, a racist German executive. If he can survive a full day and night, Vargas gets $50,000 and will be set free. Is he wily enough to elude Shank?
Cast
John Leguizamo
as Pest
Jeffrey Jones
as Gustav
Edoardo Ballerini
as Himmel
Freddy Rodríguez
as Ninja
Tammy Townsend
as Xantha Kent
Aries Spears
as Chubby
Joe Morton
as Mr. Kent
Charles Hallahan
as Angus
Tom McCleister
as Leo
Ivonne Coll
as Gladyz
Pat Skipper
as Glen Livitt
Jorge Luis Abreu
as Piercer
Jennifer Broughton
as Bank Employee
Yau-Gene Chan
as Cook
Judyann Elder
as Mrs. Kent
Paul Harris
as Karaoke Singer
Joe Jokubeit
as Laphroig
David Bar Katz
as White Guy
Will Potter
as White Guy
Les Lannom
as Bagpipe Player
Where does The Pest rank today?
The Pest is #5612 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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About The Pest
“What kind of freakazoid would let someone hunt him just to collect $50,000?...Next question.”
Fast-talking Latino con artist Pestario "Pest" Vargas is the target of Scottish mobsters to whom he owes a considerable debt. Willing to do anything to raise money and avoid severe injury or death, Vargas agrees to a very unusual job -- he will be transported to a remote island and hunted by Gustav Shank, a racist German executive. If he can survive a full day and night, Vargas gets $50,000 and will be set free. Is he wily enough to elude Shank? Running 82 minutes.
The Pest Cast and Characters
The cast features John Leguizamo (as Pest), Jeffrey Jones (as Gustav), Edoardo Ballerini (as Himmel), Freddy Rodríguez (as Ninja), and Tammy Townsend (as Xantha Kent). Their performances are a major reason The Pest has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Pest NowWhy People Are Watching The Pest
The Pest flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently and action sequences that don't feel cheap. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Pest
Where can I watch The Pest online for free?
You can watch The Pest online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is The Pest?
The Pest runs for 82 minutes (about 1.4 hour).
Is The Pest good? What's the rating?
The Pest holds a 4.7/10 rating based on 161 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of The Pest?
The main cast includes John Leguizamo, Jeffrey Jones, Edoardo Ballerini, and Freddy Rodríguez, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Pest available in English?
Yes — The Pest was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Pest released?
The Pest was released in 1997.
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What is The Pest about?
The Pest is a Action/Comedy English-language film. Fast-talking Latino con artist Pestario "Pest" Vargas is the target of Scottish mobsters to whom he owes a considerable debt. Willing to do anything to raise money and avoid severe injury or death, Vargas agrees to a very unusual job -- he will be transported to a remote island and hunted by Gustav Shank, a racist German executive. If he can survive a full day and night, Vargas gets $50,000 and will be set free. Is he wily enough to elude Shank?
When was The Pest released?
The Pest was released on February 7, 1997. It has a runtime of 1h 22m. The film was produced by The Bubble Factory.
Who stars in The Pest?
The Pest stars John Leguizamo, Jeffrey Jones, Edoardo Ballerini and Freddy Rodríguez. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Pest available in HD?
Yes, The Pest is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.