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Slither is a canadien film of genre Science fiction directed by James Gunn released in USA on 31 march 2006 with Nathan Fillion
Slither (2006)
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Add to a movie listReleased in USA 31 march 2006
Length 1h35
Directed by James Gunn
OriginCanada
Themes Medical-themed films, Comedy science fiction films, Zombie films, Films about viral outbreaks, Comedy horror films, Films about extraterrestrial life, Disaster films
Rating65%
Slither is a 2006 American science fiction-comedy horror film written and directed by James Gunn in his directorial debut, and starring Nathan Fillion, Elizabeth Banks, Gregg Henry, and Michael Rooker. The film was produced by Paul Brooks and Eric Newman.
Despite failing to earn back its production costs, Slither received positive reviews and has become a cult film.
Synopsis
A meteorite housing a malevolent, sentient extraterrestrial parasite crashes into the town of Wheelsy, South Carolina. While frolicking in the woods with Brenda, local car dealer Grant Grant finds the parasite and is infected by it. The parasite takes over his body and absorbs his consciousness and memories. With the alien now in control of his body, 'Grant' begins to slowly change into a tentacled slug-like monster.Actors
Nathan Fillion
(Bill Pardy)
Elizabeth Banks
(Starla Grant)
Gregg Henry
(Jack MacReady)
Michael Rooker
(Grant Grant)
Tania Saulnier
(Kylie Strutemyer)
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