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Eight Legged Freaks (2002)

“Let the squashing begin!”

5.8/10 · 1,390 votes 1h 39m pg-13 ActionComedyThrillerHorror

#133 of 154 films from 2002 #1905 of 2168 in action

Directed by Ellory Elkayem · Written by Ellory Elkayem, Jesse Alexander, Randy Kornfield

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Overview

The residents of a rural mining town discover that an unfortunate chemical spill has caused hundreds of little spiders to mutate overnight to the size of SUVs. It's then up to mining engineer Chris McCormack and Sheriff Sam Parker to mobilize an eclectic group of townspeople, including the Sheriff's young son, Mike, her daughter, Ashley, and paranoid radio announcer Harlan, into battle against the bloodthirsty eight-legged beasts.

Cast

David Arquetteas Chris McCormick
Kari Wühreras Samantha Parker
Doug E. Dougas Harlan Griffith
Scarlett Johanssonas Ashley Parker
Rick Overtonas Pete Willis
Matt Czuchryas Bret
Riley Smithas Randy
Leon Rippyas Wade
Randi Kleinas Waitress #1
Terey Summersas Waitress #2
Scott Terraas Mike Parker
Eileen Ryanas Gladys
Jane Edith Wilsonas Emma
Jack Mooreas Amos

Facts

Release dateJuly 17, 2002
Runtime99 min (1h 39m) — about the same as the 2002 average of 106 min
GenresAction, Comedy, Thriller, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$30,000,000
Box office$45,900,000 (1.5× budget)
IMDbtt0271367

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Questions

How long is Eight Legged Freaks?
Eight Legged Freaks runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Is Eight Legged Freaks worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.8/10 across 1,390 votes, which places it #133 of 154 films released in 2002 in this index (top 14%) and #1905 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Eight Legged Freaks?
Eight Legged Freaks was directed by Ellory Elkayem.
Who stars in Eight Legged Freaks?
David Arquette as Chris McCormick; Kari Wührer as Samantha Parker; Doug E. Doug as Harlan Griffith; Scarlett Johansson as Ashley Parker; Rick Overton as Pete Willis; Matt Czuchry as Bret.
What is Eight Legged Freaks rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Eight Legged Freaks?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/100531.

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