Mars Attacks!
6.4
Mars Attacks! fingerprint
High energy, funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace8
- Spectacle8
- Adrenaline7
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Catharsis5
- Wonder5
- Pathos4
Humor
Plenty of absurdist humor and satire
- Absurdist Humor9
- Satire & Parody8
- Dark Humor8
World
The future, politics, and society
Holds up on a rewatch.
- Rewatchability8
- Novelty8
- World Immersion7
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Direction7
- Dialogue Quality7
- Acting6
Style
Standout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
- Visual Stylization9
- Cinematography7
- Editing7
Energy
HighFast-paced and spectacular
Fast from start to finish.
Mars Attacks! is fast-paced, spectacular, and thrilling.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline7High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence7Physical conflict and intensity.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Uncanny7Eerie, unsettling strangeness.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
Heart
LowEmotionally reserved
It keeps its emotions at a distance.
All heart traits
- Catharsis5Emotional release and payoff.
- Wonder5Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Hopefulness3Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Nostalgia3Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Family Dynamics3Relationships and generational ties.
- Romance2Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wholesome1Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Melancholy1Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
- Coming of Age0Personal growth and self-discovery.
Related traits
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
Humor
HighPlenty of absurdist humor and satire
Expect plenty of absurdist humor and satire.
All humor traits
- Absurdist Humor9Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Satire & Parody8Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Dark Humor8Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Situational Comedy6Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Eccentricity9Oddball tone and quirks.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
World
MediumThe future, politics, and society
Holds up on a rewatch.
Its world is built around the future, politics, and society. It holds up on a rewatch.
All world traits
- Rewatchability8Invites repeat viewing.
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Ambiguity3Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Futuristic7Speculative tech and future worlds.
- Politics7Thought-provoking works exploring political themes.
- Social Commentary7Perspectives on society and norms.
- Warfare6Battles, strategy, and conflict.
- Tech & Humanity6Human stories in a tech world.
- Pop Culture5References and cultural commentary.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Direction7Vision and command behind the camera.
- Dialogue Quality7Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Acting6Performance craft and presence.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Character Depth5Rich, complex characterization.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
- Non-linear Narrative0Time-shifts and structure play.
Related traits
- Novelty8Fresh ideas and invention.
- Fast Pace8Quick tempo and momentum.
- Homage & Reference7Allusions to other works.
Style
HighStandout visual style
A distinctive visual signature.
Look and sound: the visual style stand out.
All style traits
- Visual Stylization9Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Cinematography7Visual composition and camera work.
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Sound Centrality7Sound design as core element.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
Related traits
- Camp & Irony9Stylized exaggeration and wink.
- Spectacle8Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Pastiche7Playful imitation of styles.
- Dialogue Centrality6Stories driven by conversation.
- Grotesque5Macabre, distorted imagery.
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Nice planet. We'll take it!
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Questions about Mars Attacks!
Quick answers from GoodWatch data.
Is Mars Attacks! worth watching?
Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 58/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 57%, and Metacritic 52). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
What is Mars Attacks! rated?
It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.
How long is Mars Attacks!?
1 h 46 min
Mars Attacks! runs 1 h 46 min.
Is Mars Attacks! based on a true story?
No. It's adapted from a comic.
Do critics and audiences agree on Mars Attacks!?
Yes. Critics average 55 and audiences 60 out of 100, so both groups see Mars Attacks! much the same way.
Was Mars Attacks! a box office hit?
Roughly broke even. It cost about $70 million to make and earned $101 million worldwide, 1.4 times its budget.
What language is Mars Attacks! in?
It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United States.
In how many countries can I watch Mars Attacks!?
+74GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Mars Attacks! in 88 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.
What tropes does Mars Attacks! use?
TV Tropes lists 368 storytelling tropes for Mars Attacks!, including For the Evulz, Not Now, Kiddo, Mummies at the Dinner Table.