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Forbidden World

1982·Movie
1h 17min·R
49
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.1Metacritic416.5Rotten Tomatoes57%30%
IMDb5.1Metacritic416.5Rotten Tomatoes57%30%

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Forbidden World fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4
  • Nostalgia4

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Absurdist Humor4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

The future, mystery, and technology

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Part alien … part human … all nightmare.

In the distant future, a federation marshal arrives at a research lab on a remote planet where a genetic experiment has gotten loose and begins feeding on the dwindling scientific group.
B-Movie HorrorLow-Budget Sci-FiGenetic ExperimentMonster on the LooseGore and ViolenceRemote Research LabCult FilmExploitation Film

Crew

Directed by:
Allan Holzman, Aaron Lipstadt, Judith Saunders
Written by:
Jim Wynorski, R.J. Robertson, Tim Curnen
Produced by:
Roger Corman, Aaron Lipstadt, Jackie Burch
Composed by:
Mark Ulano, John K. Adams, Susan Justin

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Forbidden World

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Forbidden World legally?

PrimefuboTVThe RokuThe CWKanopyFandango at Home FreeScreamboxHistory Vault

Forbidden World is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Screambox, and History Vault in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Kanopy, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Forbidden World worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49/100 (IMDb 5.1, Rotten Tomatoes 57%, and Metacritic 41). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Forbidden World rated?

RViolenceNudityDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Forbidden World?

1 h 17 min

Forbidden World runs 1 h 17 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Forbidden World?

Critics49
Audiences49

Yes. Critics average 49 and audiences 49 out of 100, so both groups see Forbidden World much the same way.

What language is Forbidden World in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Forbidden World?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Forbidden World in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Forbidden World use?

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TV Tropes lists 29 storytelling tropes for Forbidden World, including Male Gaze, Morally Ambiguous Doctorate, Incurable Cough of Death.