Super 8 (2011)
Movie 1h 52m ★ 6.8/10
Good for tonight if you want to: keep me on the edge, blow my mind
MysteryScience FictionThriller
Released in 2011, Super 8 is a mystery, science fiction and thriller movie. It is directed by J.J. Abrams. The cast includes Gabriel Basso, Noah Emmerich and Bruce Greenwood. The running time is 1h 52m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.8 out of 10.
Synopsis
In late 1970s Ohio, a group of friends filming a homemade zombie movie witness a devastating train derailment. Soon after, their quiet town is gripped by unexplained disappearances, strange phenomena, and a growing sense of fear, as they uncover that something terrifying has been set loose.
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Cast & crew
- J.J. AbramsDirector
- Gabriel Bassoas Martin Read
- Noah Emmerichas Nelec
- Bruce Greenwoodas Cooper
- Joel McKinnon Milleras Mr. Kaznyk
- Glynn Turmanas Dr. Woodward
- Joel Courtneyas Joe Lamb
- Elle Fanningas Alice Dainard
- Riley Griffithsas Charles Kaznyk
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Questions about Super 8
- What genre is Super 8?
- Super 8 is categorised as Mystery, Science Fiction, Thriller.
- Who stars in Super 8?
- Gabriel Basso, Noah Emmerich, Bruce Greenwood, Joel McKinnon Miller, Glynn Turman appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Super 8?
- J.J. Abrams directed Super 8.
- How long is Super 8?
- Super 8 runs for 1h 52m (112 minutes).
- Is Super 8 worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.8/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Super 8?
- 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.
