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Still from Night of the Comet — Night of the Comet (1984) — Thom EberhardtPhotographed by Arthur Albert

Poster for Night of the Comet

Thom Eberhardt

Night of the Comet

English / 1984 / 1h 35m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Comedy Science Fiction Horror

Letterboxd: 3.28/5·40.9K ratings·11.8K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

After a comet wipes out most of life on Earth, two Valley Girls find themselves fighting against cannibal zombies and a sinister group of scientists.

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Postapocalyptic Sci-Fi
Position 11

Credits

Crew

DirectorThom Eberhardt

WriterThom Eberhardt

CinematographerArthur Albert

ComposerDavid Richard Campbell

EditorFred Stafford

Producer

Wayne Crawford, Andrew Lane

Cast

Catherine Mary Stewartas Regina

Robert Beltranas Hector

Kelli Maroneyas Samantha

Sharon Farrellas Doris

Mary Woronovas Audrey

Geoffrey Lewisas Carter

Peter Foxas Wilson

Michael Bowenas Larry

John Achornas Oscar

Devon Ericsonas Minder

Lissa Layngas Davenport

Ivan E. Rothas Willy

Janice Kawayeas Sarah

Chance Boyeras Brian

Andrew Boyeras Rogers

Stanley Brockas Mel

Dick Rudeas Stock Boy

John Stuart Westas Monster Cop

Alex Brownas Monster in Alley

Bobby Porteras Monster Kid

Night of the Comet (1984) | Criteria