Creature
Directed by William Malone4.543%16%4.7
After a member of a geological research team who was sent to Saturn's largest moon: Titan crashes their spacecraft into a space station, another team is sent to Titan to investigate, not knowing the terror that awaits them.
Creature Ratings & Reviews
- Magnus PardeFebruary 12, 2026If you’re a fan of 80s sci-fi horror that leans heavily into its "video store shelf" aesthetic, Creature (originally titled The Titan Find) is a hidden gem worth unearthing. Here is the breakdown: The Atmosphere & Effects For a mid-80s production, the special effects are surprisingly impressive. The creature design itself—a parasitic monstrosity—punches well above its weight class, featuring some truly gnarly practical work. This is bolstered by an eerie, suffocating atmosphere that captures the isolation of a moon base perfectly. It feels grim, dark, and genuinely unsettling. The Cast The casting is a bit of a mixed bag; the acting leans toward mediocre, often falling into the standard tropes of the era. However, the film certainly benefits from its visual appeal, featuring a cast of pretty ladies who hold their own amidst the chaos, even when the dialogue doesn't give them much to work with. The "Alien" Comparison Now, for the controversial take: in terms of raw tension, Creature is arguably scarier than Alien. While Alien is a masterclass in suspense, Creature turns up the dial on visceral dread and psychological paranoia. It’s more aggressive, less patient, and keeps you on edge with a sense of "nowhere is safe" that rivals the Ridley Scott classic.
Creature Trivia
Creature was released on May 8, 1985.
Creature was directed by William Malone.
Creature has a runtime of 1h 34m.
Creature was produced by William G. Dunn, William Malone.
After a member of a geological research team who was sent to Saturn's largest moon: Titan crashes their spacecraft into a space station, another team is sent to Titan to investigate, not knowing the terror that awaits them.
The key characters in Creature are Mike Davison (Stan Ivar), Beth Sladen (Wendy Schaal), David Perkins (Lyman Ward).
Creature is rated R.
Creature is a Science Fiction, Horror, Thriller film.
Creature has an audience rating of 1.6 out of 10.
Creature had a budget of $750K.