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The Day It Came to Earth

1977·Movie
1h 28min
35
WeakGoodWatch score
IMDb3.6
IMDb3.6

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High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Violence7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos4
  • Nostalgia4
  • Melancholy3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Absurdist Humor3
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life and crime

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Novelty5

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

April 7, 1936, seen on a lonely highway near Tucson, Arizona...January 12, 1941, seen outside Lincoln, Nebraska...And then...

A glowing meteor falls into a secluded pond into which Mafia hitmen have dumped the body of one of their victims. Students from the local college use the pond for a swimming hole. Then the fun begins.
Low-Budget HorrorMonster MovieGore1970sContemporary RealismCrimeMysteryTechnology and Humanity

Crew

Directed by:
Harry Thomason
Written by:
Paul Fisk
Produced by:
Harry Thomason, Bill Blackburn, Paul Clark
Composed by:
Bill Hammett, Ward Phillips, Joe Anacieto

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Day It Came to Earth

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Where can I stream The Day It Came to Earth legally?

FlixFlingEternal FamilyFawesome

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Is The Day It Came to Earth worth watching?

35
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 35/100 (IMDb 3.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Day It Came to Earth rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Day It Came to Earth?

1 h 28 min

The Day It Came to Earth runs 1 h 28 min.

What language is The Day It Came to Earth in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Day It Came to Earth?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Day It Came to Earth in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.