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Tremors
1990 96 min United States of America PG-13 16+
★7.4
Horror, Action, Science Fiction, Comedy
Director: Ron Underwood
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Description
Val McKee and Earl Bassett are in a fight for their lives when they discover that their desolate town has been infested with gigantic, man-eating creatures that live below the ground.
Budget:
$11M
US Gross:
$16.67M
Worldwide:
$48.57M
Starring
Kevin Bacon
Actor
Fred Ward
Actor
Finn Carter
Actor
Awards
Saturn Awards 1991
— Best Science Fiction Film
Saturn Awards 1991
— Best Supporting Actress
Saturn Awards 1991
— Best Visual Effects
Key opinion
Tremors is widely celebrated as an inventive and enduring creature feature that successfully balances suspenseful survival horror with sharp, lighthearted comedy. Its lasting appeal stems from a charismatic ensemble cast, clever creature design, and a self-aware subversion of 1950s B-movie tropes.
| Acting | The ensemble cast, led by the natural chemistry between Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward, provides the film with its reliable emotional anchor. | |
| Production | The Graboid creature design and the film's reliance on practical effects remain visually impressive and effective even decades after release. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay masterfully subverts traditional monster movie clichés by injecting western tropes and a witty, contagious sense of humor. | |
| Originality | The film’s tone is a successful hybrid that balances genuine suspense with high-spirited, accessible adventure. | |
| Pacing | Some viewers find the film highly rewatchable and timeless, while others argue that the experience loses its charm or becomes tedious upon repeat viewings. |