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Kids vs. Aliens

2023·Movie
1h 15min·NR
IMDb5.0Metacritic514.8Rotten Tomatoes59%40%

Where to watch

PhiloAMC+HooplaShudder

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Your score

Kids vs. Aliens fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Coming of Age6
  • Hopefulness5
  • Family Dynamics5

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy5
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Absurdist Humor4

World

Everyday modern life and the future

  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Sound Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

F*ck space.

All Gary wants is to make awesome home movies with his best buds. All his older sister Samantha wants is to hang with the cool kids. When their parents head out of town one Halloween weekend, an all-time rager of a teen house party turns to terror when aliens attack, forcing the siblings to band together to survive the night.
Teen Sci-Fi HorrorAlien InvasionHome Invasion ThrillerSibling BondingHalloween SettingPractical EffectsNostalgic ToneComing-of-Age Action

Crew

Directed by:
Jason Eisener
Written by:
Jason Eisener, Jason Eisener, John Davies
Produced by:
Brad Miska, Rob Cotterill, Josh Goldbloom
Composed by:
Andrew Gordon Macpherson

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Kids vs. Aliens

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Kids vs. Aliens legally?

PhiloAMC+HooplaShudder

Kids vs. Aliens is included with a subscription to Philo, AMC+, and Shudder in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Kids vs. Aliens worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5, Rotten Tomatoes 59%, and Metacritic 51). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Kids vs. Aliens rated?

NRViolenceStrong language

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Kids vs. Aliens?

1 h 15 min

Kids vs. Aliens runs 1 h 15 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Kids vs. Aliens?

Critics55
Audiences46

Not quite. Critics rate Kids vs. Aliens higher (55) than audiences (46). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Kids vs. Aliens in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Kids vs. Aliens?

29AEATAUBHCACHDEDZEGGBGGIEIQIT+15

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Kids vs. Aliens in 29 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.