Still one of the best alien invasion movies that exists. The newer ones tend to be about how many guns and explosions are needed to defeat the invaders, this one is a little different and has a strong cast and many moments of suspense that keep you interested. The dialog is perhaps weak in places and some areas do tend to drag at the start of the movie but thats all overcome later by the convincing characters and…
The seed is planted... terror grows.
The residents of San Francisco are becoming drone-like shadows of their former selves, and as the phenomenon spreads, two Department of Health workers uncover the horrifying truth.
Top Cast
Donald Sutherland
Matthew Bennell
Brooke Adams
Elizabeth Driscoll
Leonard Nimoy
Dr. David Kibner
Jeff Goldblum
Jack Bellicec
Veronica Cartwright
Nancy Bellicec
Art Hindle
Dr. Geoffrey Howell
Lelia Goldoni
Katherine Hendley
Kevin McCarthy
Running Man (Cameo)
Don Siegel
Taxi Driver
Tom Luddy
Ted Hendley
Stan Ritchie
Stan
David Fisher
Mr. Gianni
Tom Dahlgren
Detective
Garry Goodrow
Dr. Boccardo
Jerry Walter
Restaurant Owner
Maurice Argent
Chef
Reviews
When San Francisco is invaded by pod-people RELEASED IN 1978 and directed by Philip Kaufman, "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" stars Donald Sutherland and Brooke Adams as friends, Matthew and Elizabeth, who work at the Health Department in San Francisco. They increasingly suspect that people are somehow being duplicated and trace the problem to alien plant pods. Leonard Nimoy plays Matthew’s pop psychologist…
FAQ about Invasion of the Body Snatchers
What is Invasion of the Body Snatchers about?
The residents of San Francisco are becoming drone-like shadows of their former selves, and as the phenomenon spreads, two Department of Health workers uncover the horrifying truth.
When was Invasion of the Body Snatchers released?
Invasion of the Body Snatchers was released in 1978.
What genres does Invasion of the Body Snatchers belong to?
Invasion of the Body Snatchers is categorised as Science Fiction, Horror.
Who stars in Invasion of the Body Snatchers?
The cast of Invasion of the Body Snatchers includes Donald Sutherland, Brooke Adams, Leonard Nimoy, Jeff Goldblum, Veronica Cartwright.