Howard the Duck

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1 hr. 51 min.

Sci-Fi

Action

Adventure

Fantasy

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13%

85 Reviews

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38%

50,000+ Ratings

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In this film based on the comic book character, Howard the Duck is suddenly beamed from Duckworld, a planet of intelligent ducks with arms and legs, to Earth, where he lands in Cleveland. There he saves rocker Beverly (Lea Thompson) from thugs and forms a friendship with her. She introduces him to Phil (Tim Robbins), who works at a lab with scientist Dr. Jenning (Jeffrey Jones). When the doctor attempts to return Howard to his world, Jenning instead transfers an evil spirit into his own body.

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Critics Consensus

While it has its moments, Howard the Duck suffers from an uneven tone and mediocre performances.

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Derek L

Howard the Duck felt very lifeless with a bland story, zero character development and an inconsistent tone.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

04/03/24

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Jay O

80s kids movie at its best

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/27/24

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Angelo G

It's so bad that it's good... It obviously isn't as good as the MCU, but it was basically the first Marvel movie ever.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/18/24

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Paul H

better than the last starfighter and more realistic than flight of the navigator this brave little guy saves humanity from the dark overlords of the universe, another genius tale from the stand up guys at marvel, wow

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/17/24

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DuranimusPrime

You know what? "Howard the Duck" is like that quirky, retro t-shirt you find at a thrift store. Sure, the critics weren't fans, but this flick has soared into the realm of 80s cult classics. It's like a time capsule for me. Have you ever rewatched old movies and they just don't hit the same? "Howard the Duck" isn't one of those. It's a total blast from the past that keeps its charm. It's goofy, sure, and maybe a bit silly, but it's got this undeniable charm that makes it a must-watch. It's like a no-brainer, chill-out kind of movie from the 80s. The comic book version of Howard is this hidden gem in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. His comics? Pure satire gold, poking fun at the craziness of our world. I'm crossing my fingers that Marvel brings back our feathered friend for more adventures. Who knows what they could cook up with him?

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

12/27/23

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Stephen H

It's a classic 80s movie. If you take it serious as in take a movie about a talking human/duck serious then you might not like it. If you're looking for a movie to not think too hard about and just be entertained then I suggest checking it out. I doubt it won any Oscars but it's one of my favorites from childhood

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/09/23

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Willard Huyck

Director

Lea Thompson

Beverly Switzler

Jeffrey Jones

Dr. Walter Jenning

Tim Robbins

Phil Blumburtt

Paul Guilfoyle

Lieutenant Welker

Liz Sagal

Ronette

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David Stratton

Sydney Morning Herald

There are a few good jokes along the way, but the final effect is that we've been here rather too many times before.

Dec 15, 2020

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Michael Burkett

Orange County Register

Sound the horns, light the speakers, and cue the marching band, because Howard the Duck is here -- and bad movie historians could not ask for a more mallard-droit venture than this.

Dec 15, 2020

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Michael Shmith

The Age (Australia)

This creature with a mobile bill, scrawny body, and with a voice like Humphrey Bogart proves irritating beyond belief. Also, Howard has the glassy eyes of a doll and an artificiality that even his brusque, wise-quacking manner cannot quite conceal.

Dec 15, 2020

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Avaryl Halley

Movie Bitches

I like this better than the Prequels. The choices are strong and wrong…I mean they storyboarded duck tits!!

Rated: 6/10

Apr 24, 2024

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Andrew Galdi

Movie Bitches

I honestly think if you rescored this movie you could improve it by 50%

Rated: 4.5/10

Apr 24, 2024

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Brandon Collins

Medium Popcorn

The third act dragged on seemingly forever...the effects, acting, story asked a lot of me as a viewer. Howard's design was unsettling.

Rated: 1/5

Sep 3, 2023

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Synopsis

In this film based on the comic book character, Howard the Duck is suddenly beamed from Duckworld, a planet of intelligent ducks with arms and legs, to Earth, where he lands in Cleveland. There he saves rocker Beverly (Lea Thompson) from thugs and forms a friendship with her. She introduces him to Phil (Tim Robbins), who works at a lab with scientist Dr. Jenning (Jeffrey Jones). When the doctor attempts to return Howard to his world, Jenning instead transfers an evil spirit into his own body.

Director: Willard Huyck
Executive Producer: George Lucas
Screenwriter: Willard Huyck, Gloria Katz
Production Co: Universal Pictures, Lucasfilm Ltd.
Rating: PG
Genre: Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure, Fantasy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 19, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $15.0M
Sound Mix: Surround, Stereo

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