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The Cloverfield Paradox (2018)

“The future unleashed every thing.”

5.6/10 · 3,699 votes 1h 42m pg-13 ActionThrillerHorrorScience-fictionMystery

#299 of 328 films from 2018 #1989 of 2168 in action

Directed by Julius Onah · Written by Doug Jung, Oren Uziel

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Overview

Orbiting above a planet on the brink of war, scientists test a device to solve an energy crisis and end up face-to-face with a dark alternate reality.

Cast

Gugu Mbatha-Rawas Ava Hamilton
Daniel Brühlas Schmidt
Chris O'Dowdas Mundy
David Oyelowoas Kiel
John Ortizas Monk Acosta
Zhang Ziyias Tam
Elizabeth Debickias Mina Jensen
Aksel Hennieas Volkov
Roger Daviesas Michael Hamilton
Clover Neeas Molly
Donal Logueas Mark Stambler
Simon Peggas Radio Voice
Greg Grunbergas Joe (voice)
Jordan Riveraas Ayana Age 7

Facts

Release dateFebruary 4, 2018
Runtime102 min (1h 42m) — about the same as the 2018 average of 107 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Horror, Science-fiction, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$45,000,000
IMDbtt2548396

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Questions

How long is The Cloverfield Paradox?
The Cloverfield Paradox runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Is The Cloverfield Paradox worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.6/10 across 3,699 votes, which places it #299 of 328 films released in 2018 in this index (top 9%) and #1989 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Cloverfield Paradox?
The Cloverfield Paradox was directed by Julius Onah. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Captain America: Brave New World (2025).
Who stars in The Cloverfield Paradox?
Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Ava Hamilton; Daniel Brühl as Schmidt; Chris O'Dowd as Mundy; David Oyelowo as Kiel; John Ortiz as Monk Acosta; Zhang Ziyi as Tam.
What is The Cloverfield Paradox rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Cloverfield Paradox?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/53993.

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