What genre is Attack the Block?

Attack the Block is categorised as Action, Comedy, Science Fiction.

Who stars in Attack the Block?

Nick Frost, Franz Drameh, Luke Treadaway, John Boyega, Jodie Whittaker appear in the main cast.

Who directed Attack the Block?

Joe Cornish directed Attack the Block.

How long is Attack the Block?

Attack the Block runs for 1h 28m (88 minutes).

Is Attack the Block worth watching?

It holds an audience score of 6.5/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.

Where can I watch Attack the Block?

Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.

Attack the Block (2011)

Name: Attack the Block
Genre: Action, Comedy, Science Fiction
Released: 2011
Duration: 88 min
Cast: Nick Frost, Franz Drameh, Luke Treadaway, John Boyega, Jodie Whittaker

Movie 1h 28m ★ 6.5/10

Good for tonight if you want to: make me laugh, pure adrenaline, blow my mind

Action Comedy Science Fiction

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Released in 2011, Attack the Block is an action, comedy and science fiction movie. It is directed by Joe Cornish. The cast includes Nick Frost, Franz Drameh and Luke Treadaway. The running time is 1h 28m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.5 out of 10.

Synopsis

A teen gang in a South London housing estate must team up with the other residents to protect their neighbourhood from a terrifying alien invasion.

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Questions about Attack the Block

What genre is Attack the Block?: Attack the Block is categorised as Action, Comedy, Science Fiction.
Who stars in Attack the Block?: Nick Frost, Franz Drameh, Luke Treadaway, John Boyega, Jodie Whittaker appear in the main cast.
Who directed Attack the Block?: Joe Cornish directed Attack the Block.
How long is Attack the Block?: Attack the Block runs for 1h 28m (88 minutes).
Is Attack the Block worth watching?: It holds an audience score of 6.5/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
Where can I watch Attack the Block?: Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.