Twisters
Twisters

Twisters

2024Movie123 minEnglish

As storm season intensifies, the paths of former storm chaser Kate Carter and reckless social-media superstar Tyler Owens collide when terrifying phenomena never seen before are unleashed. The pair and their competing teams find themselves squarely in the paths of multiple storm systems converging over central Oklahoma in the fight of their lives.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes62%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users75%
Director: Lee Isaac ChungGenres: Action, Adventure, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a world where a new generation of storm chasers has been designed to test the limits of severe weather, a former storm enthusiast, now working in a remote part of the country, must team up with a thrill-seeking friend to confront a tornado that has been described as the most violent in recorded history. They are caught in the middle of a deadly outbreak and must find a way to survive.

Critical Reception

Twisters has received mixed to positive reviews from critics, with many praising its action sequences and visual effects, while some found the plot predictable and lacking the depth of its predecessor. Audience reception has been generally favorable, with many enjoying the high-octane thrills and the continuation of the franchise's legacy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its spectacular visual effects and intense tornado sequences.
  • Some critics found the storyline to be derivative and less impactful than the original.
  • The performances of the lead cast were generally well-received.
  • Viewers enjoyed the non-stop action and sense of danger.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed 'Twisters' for its thrilling action and impressive visual effects, often highlighting the immersive experience of the storm sequences. While some noted a familiar plot, the majority found it an entertaining ride that successfully updated the franchise for a new audience.

Fun Fact

The film serves as a standalone sequel to the 1996 film 'Twister,' focusing on a new group of characters and their experiences with severe weather.

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9 reviews
Dean

Dean

Good movie. No political propaganda, thank god. No unnecessary sex scenes either. I enjoyed this movie. Was pretty decent.
Sejian

Sejian

I think I need to rewatch the old movie because I cannot remember if it was this ridiculous or not. I see there are two; the one with Bill Paxton that I think I remember and an even older one with muh boi, Crispin Glover that I didn't know ...
Chandler Danier

Chandler Danier

I dislike this movie. I found it boring and long. So many stupid people screaming. So much noise. So much garbage. So little excitement. I liked how targeted towards the prairies it is. Just a bunch of good old country folk. Drivin' truc...
Louisa Moore - Screen Zealots

Louisa Moore - S...

Taking the ridiculous to a new level, the disaster spectacle “Twisters” falls short in delivering a compelling story to match its go big or go home premise. Directed by Lee Isaac Chung, the movie plunges viewers into a relentless tornado “o...
GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

Did you know that this movie had a diverse cast with a strong female lead? I didn't... and when I say that I mean I sat through the movie, left the theater, and didn't know it had a diverse case with a strong female lead until my wife poin...
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

A tragedy forces meteorologist "Kate" (Daisy Edgar-Jones) back into the office where she spends her days monitoring weather events and advising on whether or not twisters may emerge and issuing any necessary alerts. Another of her erstwhile...
Brent Marchant

Brent Marchant

In the interest of full disclosure, I must confess that this long-delayed sequel to its 1996 blockbuster predecessor is not nearly as awful or hokey as I thought it would be. As a prototypical summertime popcorn movie, director Lee Isaac Ch...
r96sk

r96sk

<em>'Twisters'</em> is about what I expected, it's one I enjoyed. I'd say the action is an (albeit minor, relatively-speaking) improvement on the original, though I do think the characters and cast aren't quite as strong this time out. O...
Manuel São Bento

Manuel São Bento

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://fandomwire.com/twisters-review-delivering-exactly-what-fans-crave/ "Twisters is exactly what one expects from a disaster flick: a visual spectacle full of action and adrenaline, with a predictable yet e...