Howard the Duck 1986
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56 Reviews
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Gummy
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SplatA scientific experiment unknowingly brings extraterrestrial life forms to the Earth through a laser beam. First is the cigar-smoking drake, Howard, from the duck's planet. A few kids try to keep him from the greedy scientists and help him back to his planet, but then a much less friendly being arrives through the beam...
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as Beverly Switzler
as Dr. Walter Jenning
as Phil Blumburtt
as Howard T. Duck
as Howard T. Duck (voice)
as Howard T. Duck
as Howard T. Duck
as Howard T. Duck
as Howard T. Duck
as Howard T. Duck
Director:
Writer:
Willard Huyck, Gloria Katz, Steve Gerber
Stars:
Lea Thompson, Jeffrey Jones, Tim Robbins, Ed Gale, Chip Zien, Tim Rose, Steve Sleap, Peter Baird, Mary Wells, Lisa Sturz,
Genres:
Fantasy,Comedy,Action,Adventure,Romance,Science Fiction
Release Date:
1986 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
110 min
MMPA Rating:
PG
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
Howard the Duck
Directors & Credit Writers
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Cast
as Beverly Switzler
as Dr. Walter Jenning
as Phil Blumburtt
as Howard T. Duck
as Howard T. Duck (voice)
as Howard T. Duck
as Howard T. Duck
as Howard T. Duck
as Howard T. Duck
as Howard T. Duck
as Howard T. Duck
as Lieutenant Welker
as Ronette
as Cal
as K.C.
as Ginger Moss
as Ritchie
as Carter
as First Cop
as Coramae
as Additional Ducks (voice)
as Waitress
as Club Owner
as Hot Tub Spa Owner
as Grossbach
as Dr. Chapin
as Teacher
as State Trooper
as Steve Kanelli
as TV Duck Hunter
as Larry, Scientist
as Hanson
as Sergeant
as First Trucker
as Second Trucker
as Third Trucker
as Bartender in Rock Club
as Punk
as Bender
as Pimples
as Skin Head
as Lover Boy
as Lover Girl
as Mama Biker
as Bag Lady
as Club Bouncer
as Kirby
as Chef
as Hostess
as First Tour Guide
as Screaming Woman
as Bear
as The Cosmos (voice)
as Daffy Duck (voice) (archive sound)
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