Grabbers

2012·Movie
1h 34min·R
62
DecentGoodWatch score

Where to watch

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Grabbers fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7
  • Scare7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness5
  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4

Humor

Some dark humor and slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor7
  • Physical Comedy6
  • Absurdist Humor6

World

Everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchSolo WatchTeensBinge-FriendlyDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

For the locals on Erin Island, it's last orders.

Something sinister has come to the shores of Erin Island, unbeknownst to the quaint population of this sleepy fishing village resting somewhere off Ireland’s coast. First, some fishermen go missing. Then there is the rash of whale carcasses suddenly washing up on the beach. When the murders start, it’s up to two mismatched cops – an irresponsible alcoholic and his new partner, a by-the-book woman from the mainland – to protect the townsfolk from the giant, bloodsucking, tentacled aliens that prey upon them. Their only weapon, they discover, is booze. If they want to survive the creatures’ onslaught, everyone will have to get very, very drunk!
Monster MovieCreature FeatureIrish FolkloreAlcohol-Fueled MayhemDark Comedy HorrorSmall Town SettingQuirky CharactersPractical Effects

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Grabbers

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Grabbers legally?

Grabbers is included with a subscription to Philo, AMC+, Shudder, and Sundance Now in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Grabbers worth watching?

62
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 68%, and Metacritic 80). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Grabbers rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDrug useDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, drug use, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Grabbers?

1 h 34 min

Grabbers runs 1 h 34 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Grabbers?

Critics74
Audiences58

Not quite. Critics rate Grabbers higher (74) than audiences (58). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Grabbers in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Ireland, United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Grabbers?

23ATAUBYCACHDEDKESFIFRGBIEITKR+9

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Grabbers in 23 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Grabbers use?

One-Word TitleRasputinian DeathAntagonist TitleFace HuggerRight Behind MeThe AlcoholicShout-OutKick the DogRunning GagHostile WeatherOur Vampires Are DifferentWeaksauce Weaknessand 15 more

TV Tropes lists 27 storytelling tropes for Grabbers, including One-Word Title, Rasputinian Death, Antagonist Title.

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