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The Being

1983·Movie
1h 21min·R
36
WeakGoodWatch score

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High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Terrifying and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Scare9
  • Tension8
  • Violence8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos4
  • Melancholy4
  • Nostalgia3

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Absurdist Humor4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life

  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty5
  • Dialogue Centrality3

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue6
  • Direction5
  • Acting5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Visual Stylization6
  • Sound Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers youYou scare easily

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The ultimate terror has taken form...

Toxic waste dumping in a small Idaho town turns a young boy into horrible mutant monster. The town's police chief and a government scientist team up to stop the monster, which is quickly killing off the town's citizenry.
Creature FeatureToxic MutantSmall Town HorrorGore and Practical EffectsLow-Budget1980s HorrorCampyMonster Movie

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Being

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Where can I stream The Being legally?

The Being is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Fawesome, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Being worth watching?

36
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 37/100 (IMDb 4.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Being rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

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

How long is The Being?

1 h 21 min

The Being runs 1 h 21 min.

What language is The Being in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Being?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Being in 8 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.