Species(1995)
“For three million years, the human race has been at the top of the evolutionary ladder. Nothing lasts forever.”
Overview
In 1993, the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence Project receives a transmission detailing an alien DNA structure, along with instructions on how to splice it with human DNA. The result is Sil, a sensual but deadly creature who can change from a beautiful woman to an armour-plated killing machine in the blink of an eye.
Director
Roger Donaldson
Studio
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Budget
$35M
Revenue
$113M
Cast
Natasha Henstridge
as Sil
Ben Kingsley
as Xavier Fitch
Michael Madsen
as Preston Lennox
Marg Helgenberger
as Dr. Laura Baker
Alfred Molina
as Dr. Stephen Arden
Forest Whitaker
as Dan Smithson, Empath
Michelle Williams
as Young Sil
Jordan Lund
as Aide
Herta Ware
as Mrs. Morris
William Utay
as Colleague
Don Fischer
as Aide
Scott McKenna
as Train Hobo
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1995
Runtime
1h 48m
Language
English
Rating
6 / 10
Budget
$35M
Box Office
$113M
Production Companies
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer • FGM Entertainment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Species?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Species (1995).
What is Species about?▼
In 1993, the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence Project receives a transmission detailing an alien DNA structure, along with instructions on how to splice it with human DNA. The result is Sil, a sensual but deadly creature who can change from a beautiful woman to an armour-plated killing machine in the blink of an eye.
Who directed Species?▼
Species was directed by Roger Donaldson and released in 1995. It is a science fiction, horror, action film.
How long is Species?▼
Species has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).
Who stars in Species?▼
The cast of Species includes Natasha Henstridge as Sil, Ben Kingsley as Xavier Fitch, Michael Madsen as Preston Lennox, Marg Helgenberger as Dr. Laura Baker, Alfred Molina as Dr. Stephen Arden and more.
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