Village of the Damned (1995) movie poster

Village of the Damned (1995)

"Beware the children."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 34% (RT: 28%, MC: 41) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 39m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.1/10 (901 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
28%
Metacritic
41
Cast
Christopher Reeve as Alan Chaffee
Kirstie Alley as Susan Verner
Linda Kozlowski as Jill McGowan
Michael ParΓ© as Frank McGowan
Meredith Salenger as Melanie Roberts
Mark Hamill as Reverend George
Peter Jason as Ben Blum
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 901 votes. Critics scored it lower at 34%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
An American village is visited by some unknown life form which leaves the women of the village pregnant. Nine months later, the babies are born, and they all look normal, but it doesn't take the "parents" long to realize that the kids are not human or humane. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Christopher Reeve spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Village of the Damned is a 1995 thriller, horror, science fiction film directed by John Carpenter. An American village is visited by some unknown life form which leaves the women of the village pregnant. Nine months later, the babies are born, and they all look normal, but it doesn't take the "parents" long to realize that the kids are not human or humane.

The film has been rated by 901 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a thriller film, Village of the Damned 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.

Village of the Damned (1995) 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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