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Bug Buster

1998Movie1 h 33 minPG-13

ComedyHorror
30
BadGoodWatch score
IMDb4.0Rotten Tomatoes–12%
30
BadGoodWatch score
IMDb4.0Rotten Tomatoes–12%

Summary

After the mayor uses a potentially dangerous substance to protect the local plantation, the lakeside town of Mountview, in California, is attacked by a lethal species of large cockroach. After some of the town's inhabitants are killed, the mayor enlists the help of eccentric pest exterminator General George S. Merlin in order to prevent further harm to the local dwellers.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Party vibe
  • Teens

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Not for warmth, big ideas or tears.

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Cast

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Crew

Directed by
Lorenzo Doumani
Written by
Malick Khoury

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Facts

January 18, 1998 · 1 h 33 min · PG-13

Released
January 18, 1998
Runtime
1 h 33 min
Age rating
PG-13
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Comedy, Horror
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$9 million
Available in
23 countries

Q&A

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Questions about Bug Buster

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Bug Buster worth watching?

30
BadGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 30 (IMDb 4).

Is Bug Buster okay for kids?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States for violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Will Bug Buster make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly cringe comedy (6 of 10) and dark humor (6 of 10).

Will Bug Buster scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times: scares are rated 6 of 10.