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Night of the Comet

1984·Movie
1h 35min·PG-13
65
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.3Metacritic596.5Rotten Tomatoes79%58%
IMDb6.3Metacritic596.5Rotten Tomatoes79%58%

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Catharsis5
  • Coming of Age5

Humor

Some slapstick and satire

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy6
  • Satire & Parody6
  • Dark Humor6

World

The mind

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

They came. They Shopped. They saved the world!

After a comet wipes out most of life on Earth, two Valley Girls find themselves fighting against cannibal zombies and a sinister group of scientists.
Post-ApocalypticZombie HorrorValley GirlsDark Comedy80s Cult ClassicSci-Fi HorrorSocial Satire

Crew

Directed by:
Thom Eberhardt
Written by:
Thom Eberhardt
Produced by:
Wayne Crawford, Andrew Lane, Annette Benson
Composed by:
Steve R. Nelson, Lois Freeman, Carl Graham

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Night of the Comet

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Night of the Comet legally?

fuboTVMGM+PhiloThe RokuHooplaPlexFawesomeTubi TV

Night of the Comet is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Plex. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Night of the Comet worth watching?

65
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 79%, and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Night of the Comet rated?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Night of the Comet?

1 h 35 min

Night of the Comet runs 1 h 35 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Night of the Comet?

Critics69
Audiences62

Yes. Critics average 69 and audiences 62 out of 100, so both groups see Night of the Comet much the same way.

Was Night of the Comet a box office hit?

Budget$3 million
Box office$14 million

Yes. It cost about $3 million to make and earned $14 million worldwide, 4.8 times its budget.

What language is Night of the Comet in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Night of the Comet?

3CAESUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Night of the Comet in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Night of the Comet use?

Vanity License PlateBad SamaritanLook Both WaysPink Girl, Blue BoyApocalypse HowComet of DoomDropped a Bridge on HimFallout Shelter FailWicked StepmotherLeft the Background Music OnActually Pretty FunnyEvil Cannot Comprehend Goodand 98 more

TV Tropes lists 110 storytelling tropes for Night of the Comet, including Vanity License Plate, Bad Samaritan, Look Both Ways.