Species (1995)
Movie 1h 48m ★ 6.0/10
Good for tonight if you want to: scare me, pure adrenaline, blow my mind
Dating from 1995, Species sits in the action, horror and science fiction corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Roger Donaldson. The cast includes Marg Helgenberger, Forest Whitaker and Alfred Molina. The running time is 1h 48m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.0 out of 10.
Synopsis
In 1993, the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence Project receives a transmission detailing an alien DNA structure, along with instructions on how to splice it with human DNA. The result is Sil, a sensual but deadly creature who can change from a beautiful woman to an armour-plated killing machine in the blink of an eye.
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Cast & crew
- Roger DonaldsonDirector
- Marg Helgenbergeras Dr. Laura Baker
- Forest Whitakeras Dan Smithson, Empath
- Alfred Molinaas Dr. Stephen Arden
- Michelle Williamsas Young Sil
- Natasha Henstridgeas Sil
- Michael Madsenas Preston Lennox
- Ben Kingsleyas Xavier Fitch
- Jordan Lundas Aide
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Questions about Species
- What genre is Species?
- Species is categorised as Action, Horror, Science Fiction.
- Who stars in Species?
- Marg Helgenberger, Forest Whitaker, Alfred Molina, Michelle Williams, Natasha Henstridge appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Species?
- Roger Donaldson directed Species.
- How long is Species?
- Species runs for 1h 48m (108 minutes).
- Is Species worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.0/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Species?
- 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.
