Swamp Thing
Directed by Wes Craven5.362%40%5.4
Mutated by his own secret formula, Dr. Alec Holland becomes Swamp Thing; a half-human, half-plant superhero who will stop at nothing to rescue government agent Alice Cable and defeat his evil arch nemesis...Even if it costs him his life.
Swamp Thing Ratings & Reviews
- Gerd Ruymen14 February 2026Fun fun fun
- Monica Vega6 April 2025Good old move 👍
- Karateka-J20 December 2025Good start but i didn't finish it because after a while the movie gets boring 😴🇧🇪
- Daniel Rogers9 January 2026It was a bit dated and slightly corny, but still ok for it's time.
- flavo4310 December 2025Swamp Thing (1982), directed by Wes Craven, is a cult comic-book adaptation that blends horror, fantasy, and campy charm. While the film’s budget limitations are evident, particularly in the design of the titular creature, the overall production delivers more entertainment than one might expect. The cast is a highlight: Adrienne Barbeau brings strength and vulnerability to her role, while Louis Jourdan elevates the villain with his commanding presence and sly charisma. The practical effects, though dated, contribute to the film’s quirky appeal, and the swampy atmosphere adds a layer of gothic moodiness. Craven’s direction keeps the pace lively, balancing action with moments of humor and melodrama. Though the Swamp Thing himself could have looked better, the film remains enjoyable for fans of pulp storytelling and comic adaptations. Imperfect yet endearing, Swamp Thing stands as a fun, nostalgic entry in early superhero cinema.
- jackmeat7 December 2025My quick rating - 5.2/10. This is another one I remember watching on the Showtime box before cable was a thing. There is one thing that caught my eye this time around that I didn't care about when I was 9 years old, written/directed by Wes Craven!!! You would think after hooking Adrienne Barbeau to play the damsel in distress, they would've thrown a bit more money at the budget. I still enjoyed it for what it was worth. A campy superhero flick that most people may not realize is even a superhero flick.
Swamp Thing Trivia
Swamp Thing was released on 1 January 1982.
Swamp Thing was directed by Wes Craven.
Swamp Thing has a runtime of 1h 32m.
Swamp Thing was produced by Michael Uslan, Benjamin Melniker.
Mutated by his own secret formula, Dr. Alec Holland becomes Swamp Thing; a half-human, half-plant superhero who will stop at nothing to rescue government agent Alice Cable and defeat his evil arch nemesis...Even if it costs him his life.
The key characters in Swamp Thing are Arcane (Louis Jourdan), Alice Cable (Adrienne Barbeau), Dr. Alec Holland (Ray Wise).
Swamp Thing is rated 15.
Swamp Thing is a Horror, Science Fiction film.
Swamp Thing has an audience rating of 4 out of 10.
Swamp Thing had a budget of US$3M.