Blast From the Past

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Blast From the Past

PG-13

Released Feb 12, 1999

1h 51m

Romance

Comedy

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Adam Webber (Brendan Fraser) has lived his entire life in confinement in a fallout shelter in Pasadena, Calif. When the Webber family's rations of food and supplies grow thin, Adam's eccentric father, Calvin (Christopher Walken), sends him on a dangerous restocking mission. When Adam emerges from the Webber family's subterranean refuge for the first time, he finds that rumors of a nuclear apocalypse were totally false -- and meets gorgeous Eve Rustikov (Alicia Silverstone).

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Critics Consensus

Cute idea, but not consistently funny.

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Jack Mathews

Newsday

Blast is finally a squandered opportunity, a lot of situation with very little comedy.

Rated: 2.5/4

Jan 3, 2018

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Desson Thomson

Washington Post

Blast From the Past saves its best for first.

Mar 21, 2014

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John Hartl

Seattle Times

Fraser is the sweet, goofy engine that drives this movie. The script doesn't do enough with his reactions to a world that bears little relation to the Cold War planet Adam has been told about, but Fraser still manages to suggest volumes.

Rated: 2.5/4

Mar 21, 2014

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Cory Woodroof

615 Film

Fraser’s lab puppy phase is still one of the most endearing modes of anyone in the modern studio system.

Sep 20, 2022

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

...an irresistible premise that's generally employed to entertaining (if somewhat erratic) effect...

Rated: 3/4

Jun 7, 2020

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Maitland McDonagh

TV Guide

[A] bizarre hybrid of romantic comedy cliches and less-than-subtle social commentary.

Rated: 2/4

Mar 21, 2014

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JD S

I have always enjoyed this movie from beginning to end. I genuinely fell better for watching it. I truly this it is a Brandon Frazer great. I really Alicia Silverstone in this too.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/03/25

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Matthew P

The promising premise is squandered, and what we are left with when Brendan Fraser goes above ground is at best a cute concoction in the romantic comedy genre with weak attempts at humour. But Walken and Spacek do a good job in the first third of the film, and for this alone it's worth a watch.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

05/29/25

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Rhiannon R

Very good movie. Kinda funny.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

05/16/25

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Jeff B

This is in our library of movies and my wife and I love to watch it every once in a while. There’s humor all throughout and I think the chemistry between Silverstone and Fraser is great. And who doesn’t enjoy watching Christopher Walken in a funny and quirky role??

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/14/25

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Ralph R

I absolutely loved Blast from the Past! It’s one of those movies that just leaves you feeling warm and happy. Brendan Fraser is fantastic in this; he nails the charm and innocence of Adam, making him such a lovable character. And Christopher Walken? He’s just brilliant as always—he brings so much personality to the role, balancing his quirky and serious sides perfectly. Honestly, both of them were spot-on and made the movie so enjoyable. The story, while completely ridiculous, is part of what makes it so fun. It’s not trying to be overly realistic, and that’s okay because the movie embraces its silliness in the best way. Despite the crazy premise, the script actually works—it’s lighthearted, funny, and has just the right amount of emotional depth to keep you invested. It’s definitely one of those feel-good films you can watch again and again. Sure, it’s a bit out there, but that’s part of its charm. If you’re looking for something heartwarming and entertaining, this movie hits all the right notes.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

11/20/24

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Anne N

Light hearted and entertaining movie. Doesn't need a ton of bells and whistles. Christopher Walken's performance is spectacular. For someone who grew up with "duck and cover" drills in elementary school it was very poineint.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/19/24

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Synopsis

Adam Webber (Brendan Fraser) has lived his entire life in confinement in a fallout shelter in Pasadena, Calif. When the Webber family's rations of food and supplies grow thin, Adam's eccentric father, Calvin (Christopher Walken), sends him on a dangerous restocking mission. When Adam emerges from the Webber family's subterranean refuge for the first time, he finds that rumors of a nuclear apocalypse were totally false -- and meets gorgeous Eve Rustikov (Alicia Silverstone).

Director: Hugh Wilson
Producer: Renny Harlin, Hugh Wilson
Screenwriter: Bill Kelly, Hugh Wilson
Distributor: New Line Cinema
Production Co: New Line Cinema, Forge
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Romance, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 12, 1999, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 23, 2009
Box Office (Gross USA): $26.5M
Runtime: 1h 51m
Sound Mix: SDDS, Dolby Digital, DTS

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