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Planet Terror (2007)

“Humanity's last hope… rests on a high power machine gun!”

6.7/10 · 3,980 votes 1h 45m r ActionThrillerHorror

#91 of 208 films from 2007 #921 of 2168 in action

Directed by Robert Rodriguez · Written by Robert Rodriguez

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Overview

Two doctors find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounded is Cherry Darling, a dancer whose leg was ripped from her body. As the invalids quickly become enraged aggressors, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend El Wray lead a team of accidental warriors into the night.

Cast

Rose McGowanas Cherry Darling
Freddy Rodríguezas Wray
Marley Sheltonas Dr. Dakota Block
Josh Brolinas Dr. William Block
Jeff Faheyas J.T. Hague
Michael Biehnas Sheriff Hague
Bruce Willisas Lieutenant Muldoon
Rebel Rodriguezas Tony Block
Naveen Andrewsas Abby
Julio Oscar Mechosoas Romey
Fergieas Tammy Visan
Nicky Kattas Joe
Michael Parksas Earl McGraw
Tom Savinias Deputy Tolo

Facts

Release dateApril 6, 2007
Runtime105 min (1h 45m) — about the same as the 2007 average of 105 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$23,000,000
Box office$11,446,172 (0.5× budget)
IMDbtt1077258

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Questions

How long is Planet Terror?
Planet Terror runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Is Planet Terror worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.7/10 across 3,980 votes, which places it #91 of 208 films released in 2007 in this index (top 57%) and #921 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Planet Terror?
Planet Terror was directed by Robert Rodriguez. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Sin City (2005), Alita: Battle Angel (2019), From Dusk Till Dawn (1996).
Who stars in Planet Terror?
Rose McGowan as Cherry Darling; Freddy Rodríguez as Wray; Marley Shelton as Dr. Dakota Block; Josh Brolin as Dr. William Block; Jeff Fahey as J.T. Hague; Michael Biehn as Sheriff Hague.
What is Planet Terror rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Planet Terror?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/15413.

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