Review of Critters (1986) by Buford P — 14 Feb 2008

Every movie rental place makes a point to keep this series in stock.

This review of Critters (1986) was written by Buford P on 14 Feb 2008.

Critters has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Tv Guide Staff (21) for TV Guide (1,527) on 03 Oct 2018

One of the most enjoyable films of the summer, Critters harks back to the low-budget science fiction films of the 1950s and balances the thrills…

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By Charles P (1,784) on 07 Oct 2013

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By Filipeneto (856) on 27 Nov 2021

If the movie Gremlins struck me as odd, yet fun, this film, released at about the same time, is much more surreal, as the script is based on…

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By Alexander P (1,095) on 11 Nov 2012

Carnivorous space porcupines roll into town to cause havoc while two shape-shifting intergalactic bounty hunters are hot on their trail…

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By Chris C (2,693) on 23 Oct 2013

This self-consciously silly sci-fi horror from New Line - a poor man's 'Gremlins' (1984) - showcases excellent creature and special effects…

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By Russ B (1,141) on 19 Mar 2015

100% pure unadulterated cheesy Sci-Fi goodness…

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By Brian S (2,291) on 03 Jun 2016

Many, including myself, have compaired tthis low budget sci-fier to Gremlins, released 2 years previously, but one thing's for sure, it really…

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By Tyler R (1,095) on 04 Jul 2012

Critters involves weird, small, and somewhat humurous creatures from outer space landing in Kansas and terrorizing a family in thier farm…

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By Staff (54) for TV Guide (1,527) on 03 Oct 2018

One of the most enjoyable films of the summer, Critters harks back to the low-budget science fiction films of the 1950s and balances the thrills…

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