The Arrival (1996) movie poster

The Arrival (1996)

"The greatest danger facing our world has been the planet's best kept secret... until now."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 71%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 60% (RT: 65%, MC: 56) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Science FictionThrillerHorror

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Runtime
1h 55m
Country
Mexico, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.0/10 (814 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
65%
Metacritic
56
Cast
Charlie Sheen as Zane Zaminski
Lindsay Crouse as Ilana Green
Richard Schiff as Calvin
Ron Silver as Gordian
Teri Polo as Char
Phyllis Applegate as Mrs. Roosevelt
Alan Coates as Terraformer
Most people think so. 71% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 814 votes. Critics gave it 60%.
Overview
Zane Ziminski is an astrophysicist who receives a message that seems to have extraterrestrial origins. Eerily soon after his discovery, Zane is fired. He then embarks on a search to determine the origins of the transmission that leads him into a Hitchcockian labyrinth of paranoia and intrigue. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for The Arrival was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Charlie Sheen spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • David Twohy cited several classic science fiction films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

The Arrival is a 1996 science fiction, thriller, horror film directed by David Twohy. Zane Ziminski is an astrophysicist who receives a message that seems to have extraterrestrial origins. Eerily soon after his discovery, Zane is fired.

He then embarks on a search to determine the origins of the transmission that leads him into a Hitchcockian labyrinth of paranoia and intrigue. The film has been rated by 814 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a science fiction film, The Arrival delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. The Arrival (1996) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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