Invasion Earth: The Aliens Are Here
Invasion Earth: The Aliens Are Here

Invasion Earth: The Aliens Are Here

1988Movie82 minEnglish

Insect-like aliens invade a small town. The local teenagers have been watching a sci-fi marathon in the local theater, and from those films they get ideas on how to fight the creatures.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Simon WincerGenres: Sci-Fi, Action, Drama

Plot Summary

In a remote desert town, an alien invasion is about to begin. A retired General and a local veterinarian must band together to warn the world and fight back against the extraterrestrial threat. They discover the aliens' plan involves a devastating biological weapon that could wipe out humanity.

Critical Reception

This made-for-television movie received a mixed reception. While some critics praised its ambition and Charlton Heston's performance, others found the plot predictable and the special effects dated, even for its time. It was generally seen as a standard sci-fi thriller with a few standout moments.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its classic sci-fi premise and lead performance.
  • Criticized for its conventional plot and less-than-stellar special effects.
  • An enjoyable, albeit somewhat generic, alien invasion story.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a miniseries and was later edited down for television broadcast.

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