Species
"For three million years, the human race has been at the top of the evolutionary ladder. Nothing lasts forever."
Originally released in 1995. Species is a science fiction/horror film. directed by Roger Donaldson.
Starring Natasha Henstridge, Ben Kingsley, and Michael Madsen
Synopsis
In 1993, the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence Project receives a transmission detailing an alien DNA structure, along with instructions on how to splice it with human DNA. The result is Sil, a sensual but deadly creature who can change from a beautiful woman to an armour-plated killing machine in the blink of an eye.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 7, 1995
30 years ago
Runtime
1h 48m
108 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1,781 votes)
Budget
$35M
Production budget
Box Office
$113.4M
3.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Natasha Henstridge
as Sil
Ben Kingsley
as Xavier Fitch
Michael Madsen
as Preston Lennox
Marg Helgenberger
as Dr. Laura Baker
Alfred Molina
as Dr. Stephen Arden
Forest Whitaker
as Dan Smithson, Empath
Michelle Williams
as Young Sil
Jordan Lund
as Aide
Herta Ware
as Mrs. Morris
William Utay
as Colleague
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $35,000,000
- Revenue
- $113,400,000
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- FGM Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Species about?
In 1993, the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence Project receives a transmission detailing an alien DNA structure, along with instructions on how to splice it with human DNA. The result is Si...
Who directed Species?
Species was directed by Roger Donaldson.
How long is Species?
Species has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).
When was Species released?
Species was released on July 7, 1995 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Species?
The main cast of Species includes Natasha Henstridge, Ben Kingsley, Michael Madsen, Marg Helgenberger, Alfred Molina.
Is Species worth watching?
Species has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 1,781 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.