
The Deadly Spawn
They came to Earth to feed on human flesh!
Directed by Douglas McKeown
Produced by Filmline
A low-budget creature feature about teens battling an alien parasite, driven by practical monster effects and sustained survival tension.
When a meteorite touches down in the New Jersey woods carrying a monstrous alien slug, it’s up to four teens to stop it before it’s terrifying brood consumes all life on Earth!
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Questions people ask
Is The Deadly Spawn violent? Yes. More violent than 88% of films.
Is The Deadly Spawn scary? Yes. More frightening than 87% of films.
Is The Deadly Spawn sad? Barely. Less sad than 80% of films.
Is The Deadly Spawn easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.
Does The Deadly Spawn end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Like The Deadly Spawn
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Deadly Spawn
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Deadly Spawn, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Deadly Spawn, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Deadly Spawn, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.



















































