Virus (1999) movie poster

Virus (1999)

"Life on earth is in for a shock."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 16% (RT: 14%, MC: 19) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
HorrorActionScience Fiction

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Director
John Bruno
Runtime
1h 40m
Country
United States of America, United Kingdom, Germany
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.4/10 (667 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
14%
Metacritic
19
Cast
Jamie Lee Curtis as Kelly Foster
William Baldwin as Steve Baker
Donald Sutherland as Captain Robert Everton
Joanna Pacula as Nadia Vinogradova
Marshall Bell as J.W. Woods Jr.
Cliff Curtis as Hiko
Most people think so. 75% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 667 votes. Critics scored it lower at 16%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
When the crew of an American tugboat boards an abandoned Russian research vessel, the alien life form aboard regards them as a virus which must be destroyed. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The iconic poster for Virus was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Jamie Lee Curtis spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

Virus is a 1999 horror, action, science fiction film directed by John Bruno. When the crew of an American tugboat boards an abandoned Russian research vessel, the alien life form aboard regards them as a virus which must be destroyed. The film has been rated by 667 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a horror film, Virus 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. Virus (1999) 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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