Super 8(2011)
“It arrives.”
Overview
In late 1970s Ohio, a group of friends filming a homemade zombie movie witness a devastating train derailment. Soon after, their quiet town is gripped by unexplained disappearances, strange phenomena, and a growing sense of fear, as they uncover that something terrifying has been set loose.
Director
J.J. Abrams
Studio
Paramount Pictures
Budget
$50M
Revenue
$260M
Cast
Joel Courtney
as Joe Lamb
Elle Fanning
as Alice Dainard
Riley Griffiths
as Charles Kaznyk
Kyle Chandler
as Jackson Lamb
Noah Emmerich
as Nelec
AJ Michalka
as Jen Kaznyk
Ryan Lee
as Cary McCarthy
Ron Eldard
as Louis Dainard
Gabriel Basso
as Martin Read
Bruce Greenwood
as Cooper
Zach Mills
as Preston
Jessica Tuck
as Mrs. Kaznyk
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2011
Runtime
1h 52m
Language
English
Rating
6.8 / 10
Budget
$50M
Box Office
$260M
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures • Amblin Entertainment • Bad Robot
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Super 8?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Super 8 (2011).
What is Super 8 about?▼
In late 1970s Ohio, a group of friends filming a homemade zombie movie witness a devastating train derailment. Soon after, their quiet town is gripped by unexplained disappearances, strange phenomena, and a growing sense of fear, as they uncover that something terrifying has been set loose.
Who directed Super 8?▼
Super 8 was directed by J.J. Abrams and released in 2011. It is a thriller, science fiction, mystery film.
How long is Super 8?▼
Super 8 has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
Who stars in Super 8?▼
The cast of Super 8 includes Joel Courtney as Joe Lamb, Elle Fanning as Alice Dainard, Riley Griffiths as Charles Kaznyk, Kyle Chandler as Jackson Lamb, Noah Emmerich as Nelec and more.
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