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Gremlins (1984)

โ€œCute. Clever. Mischievous. Intelligent. Dangerous.โ€

7.1/10 ยท 7,158 votes 1h 46m pg ComedyFantasyHorror

#16 of 49 films from 1984 #658 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Joe Dante ยท Written by Chris Columbus

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Overview

After receiving an exotic small animal as a Christmas gift, a young man inadvertently breaks three important rules concerning his new pet, which unleashes a horde of malevolently mischievous creatures on a small town.

Cast

Zach Galliganas Billy
Phoebe Catesas Kate
Hoyt Axtonas Rand Peltzer
Frances Lee McCainas Lynn Peltzer
Corey Feldmanas Pete
Keye Lukeas Grandfather
John Louieas Chinese Boy
Dick Milleras Mr. Futterman
Jackie Josephas Sheila Futterman
Polly Hollidayas Mrs. Deagle
Judge Reinholdas Gerald
Edward Andrewsas Mr. Corben
Belinda Balaskias Mrs. Harris
Scott Bradyas Sheriff Frank

Facts

Release dateJune 8, 1984
Runtime106 min (1h 46m) โ€” about the same as the 1984 average of 109 min
GenresComedy, Fantasy, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$11,000,000
Box office$153,083,102 (13.9ร— budget)
IMDbtt0087363

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Questions

How long is Gremlins?
Gremlins runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Is Gremlins worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 7,158 votes, which places it #16 of 49 films released in 1984 in this index (top 69%) and #658 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Gremlins?
Gremlins was directed by Joe Dante. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Innerspace (1987), The 'Burbs (1989), Small Soldiers (1998).
Who stars in Gremlins?
Zach Galligan as Billy; Phoebe Cates as Kate; Hoyt Axton as Rand Peltzer; Frances Lee McCain as Lynn Peltzer; Corey Feldman as Pete; Keye Luke as Grandfather.
What is Gremlins rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Gremlins?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/6170.

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