PG-13

Night of the Comet

They came. They Shopped. They saved the world!

1984 • 95 min • Comedy · Horror · Science Fiction

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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.

Our family guide

Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

458 reviews

62 Audience · 458 · 100%

After a comet turns most of humanity to dust or zombies, two resourceful sisters navigate a deserted Los Angeles. They face off against cannibalistic creatures and a desperate group of scientists trying to find a cure. This quirky 80s sci-fi horror comedy offers a unique take on the apocalypse.

Violence & peril: 6/10
Language: 4/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 2/10
Scary moments: 5/10

Heads up

Characters smoke cigarettes
Some zombie violence and peril
Suggestive jokes and comments
Some scientific experimentation on people

What it models well

Resourcefulness in a crisis
Strong sibling bond
Optimism in bleak situations
Survival instincts

Talk about it after

What would you do if you were one of the last people on Earth?
How do the sisters maintain their spirits amidst danger?
Discuss the ethical dilemmas faced by the scientists.
Is it possible to find joy in difficult times?

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