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Evolution

Play trailer Poster for Evolution PG-13 Released Jun 8, 2001 1h 41m Comedy Sci-Fi Play Trailer Watchlist
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A comedy that follows the chaos that ensues when a meteor hits the Earth carrying alien life forms that give new meaning to the term survival of the fittest. David Duchovny, Orlando Jones, Seann William Scott, and Julianne Moore are the only people standing between the aliens and world domination... which could be bad news for the Earth.
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Director Reitman tries to remake Ghostbusters, but his efforts are largely unsuccessful because the movie has too many comedic misfires.

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Nell Minow Common Sense Media Uneven, unfocused with some inspired silliness. Rated: 3/5 Dec 24, 2010 Full Review Sara Michelle Fetters MovieFreak.com It has been said many times that there are no new ideas in Hollywood. Rated: 2.5/4 Dec 12, 2005 Full Review Kimberley Jones Austin Chronicle Rated: 1.5/5 Mar 10, 2003 Full Review Steve Warren Southern Voice (Atlanta) The surprise in the cast is Seann William Scott, breaking out of teen movies and carrying his comedic weight most excellently. Rated: 2.5/4 May 7, 2023 Full Review Charlotte Harrison Charlotte Sometimes Goes to the Movies The kind of mid-budget science fiction comedy they just don't seem to make enough of any more. Sep 14, 2021 Full Review Grant Watson Fiction Machine The third act, in which the story reaches its climax, staggers woefully and generally makes a terrible mess of what was up to that point a generally enjoyable throwaway confection. Rated: 6/10 Jul 1, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Nicolas D For a film that dates back to 2001, I really liked the approach and the modernity of the special effects. I recommend it for a good laugh in the evening. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/24/24 Full Review KH B It’s a silly romp through science fiction. Cast is definitely solid but the direction and script I think are the weakest parts. I wouldn’t discourage anyone from watching it but don’t enter into the film with Oscar worthy expectations. Good Saturday night comedy to kill some couch surfing time with a date. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 07/04/24 Full Review Xandra B I’m reviewing a movie from 2001 right now because if I can save anyone else from watching this then I have to try. My boyfriend put it on for a relaxing Sunday movie it felt like I was being punished the entire time. It’s truly bad. The story line is manageable bad sci-fi, hop skip jump fake science assumptions and illogical and silly actions. Honestly I love that kinda stuff! It is the writing that makes it unwatchable. My boyfriend normally has really good taste in movies so I didn’t say anything until we were very far in. I kept expecting some magical redeeming thing to occur. By the time I did it was too late, we were in it. Please, I beg of you, skip this if you don’t want to actively regret the past couple hours of your life. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 06/30/24 Full Review babarizam D A perfect weekend film Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/14/24 Full Review Emma S Iconic. I've seen this movie a thousand times by now. Excellent movie to show your kid so they grow a sense of humour. People out there are boring. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/01/24 Full Review matthias s "Evolution" brought with it sky-high expectations, given my admiration for Ivan Reitman's previous works. The film boasts a stellar cast, and the premise is nothing short of great—a perfect blend of sci-fi and humor. The chemistry between David Duchovny and Julianne Moore is palpable, contributing to the movie's charm. The dialogue is laced with humor, adding an extra layer to the overall enjoyment. While the effects are decent, they manage to bring the extraterrestrial chaos to life effectively. The film exudes major Ghostbusters vibes but with a cosmic twist, creating a unique and entertaining experience. It might not reach the pinnacle of greatness, but it's undeniably fun and enjoyable. The idea of turning this into a TV show is tantalizing; the episodic format could explore the alien shenanigans with even more depth. "Evolution" may not be a masterpiece, but it certainly tickles the funny bone and leaves you wanting more extraterrestrial hilarity. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/23/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Evolution: Official Clip - Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire Evolution: Official Clip - Liar, Liar, Pants on Fire 2:01 Evolution: Official Clip - It's Payback Time Evolution: Official Clip - It's Payback Time 2:12 Evolution: Official Clip - Fire Is the Catalyst Evolution: Official Clip - Fire Is the Catalyst 1:45 Evolution: Official Clip - Here Birdie, Birdie, Birdie Evolution: Official Clip - Here Birdie, Birdie, Birdie 2:12 Evolution: Official Clip - Meteor Crashes into Earth Evolution: Official Clip - Meteor Crashes into Earth 1:58 Evolution: Official Clip - They're Aliens Evolution: Official Clip - They're Aliens 1:58 Evolution: Official Clip - It's In Me! Evolution: Official Clip - It's In Me! 2:13 Evolution: Official Clip - The Kane Madness Evolution: Official Clip - The Kane Madness 2:02 Evolution: Official Clip - Science Project's Over Evolution: Official Clip - Science Project's Over 2:12 View more videos
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Synopsis A comedy that follows the chaos that ensues when a meteor hits the Earth carrying alien life forms that give new meaning to the term survival of the fittest. David Duchovny, Orlando Jones, Seann William Scott, and Julianne Moore are the only people standing between the aliens and world domination... which could be bad news for the Earth.
Director
Ivan Reitman
Producer
Ivan Reitman, Daniel Goldberg, Joe Medjuck
Screenwriter
David Diamond, David Weissman, Don Jakoby, Don Jakoby
Distributor
DreamWorks SKG
Production Co
Montecito Picture Company
Rating
PG-13 (Sci-Fi Action|Crude Humor|Sexual Humor)
Genre
Comedy, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 8, 2001, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 26, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA)
$38.3M
Runtime
1h 41m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, SDDS, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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