Twister

Twister

Action • PG-13 • 1996 • 1 hr 53 min

6.3

6.6

Starring

Helen Hunt, Bill Paxton, Jami Gertz, Cary Elwes, Lois Smith

Directed By

Written By

Michael Crichton, Anne-Marie Martin

Attributes

Genre

Action Adventure Drama

Release Date

May 10, 1996

User Reviews

The acting, story, CGI, & real props that are never used in cinema any longer ages well year after year. One of the best disaster films.

Good cast and decent plot. The special effects were subpar but still an enjoyable movie.

Enjoyable escapism. Unsure which is more dangerous getting caught between: the deadly tornados or the nerdiest turf war to ever throw down.

Personal fav since I was a kid, every time I watch this I still get blown away. Definitely inspires some new passions

Good film. Nothing overly complicated to follow so it’s easy to watch

The special effects have aged, but not enough to take away from how much chaotic fun this movie is. Ultimate popcorn movie.

Very interesting story though very simple. Good acting and tension. Definitely a classic for this genre. Holds up fairly well

Classic, I grew up watching this movie and it’s always nostalgic to rewatch.

A few good shots, but very predictable and cheesy.

Strong cast and love triangle save this natural disaster flick. CGI didn’t age incredibly. And there are definitely some corny moments.

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Ratings

6.3 – Based on 15.6k ratings

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