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Blast from the Past (1999)

โ€œShe'd never met anyone like him. He's never met anyone... Period.โ€

6.8/10 ยท 1,290 votes 1h 52m pg-13 ComedyRomanceDrama

#50 of 105 films from 1999 #1084 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Hugh Wilson ยท Written by Hugh Wilson, Bill Kelly

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Overview

Following a bomb scare in the 1960s that locked the Webbers into their bomb shelter for 35 years, Adam now ventures forth into Los Angeles to obtain food and supplies for his family, and a non-mutant wife for himself.

Cast

Brendan Fraseras Adam
Alicia Silverstoneas Eve
Christopher Walkenas Calvin
Sissy Spacekas Helen
Dave Foleyas Troy
Joey Slotnickas Soda Jerk
Rex Linnas Dave
Deborah Kellneras Miss Sweet
Hayden Tankas Adam Age 3 1/2
Nathan Fillionas Cliff
Douglas Smithas Adam Age 11
Jenifer Lewisas Dr. Aron
Ryan Sparksas Adam Age 8
Cynthia Maceas Betty

Facts

Release dateFebruary 12, 1999
Runtime112 min (1h 52m) โ€” about the same as the 1999 average of 110 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$35,000,000
Box office$40,263,020 (1.2ร— budget)
IMDbtt0124298

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Questions

How long is Blast from the Past?
Blast from the Past runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Is Blast from the Past worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 1,290 votes, which places it #50 of 105 films released in 1999 in this index (top 53%) and #1084 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Blast from the Past?
Blast from the Past was directed by Hugh Wilson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Police Academy (1984), The First Wives Club (1996).
Who stars in Blast from the Past?
Brendan Fraser as Adam; Alicia Silverstone as Eve; Christopher Walken as Calvin; Sissy Spacek as Helen; Dave Foley as Troy; Joey Slotnick as Soda Jerk.
What is Blast from the Past rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Blast from the Past?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/14774.

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