Specimen (1996): cast, story & where to watch

1996 · Film · ★ 6.3

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Released in 1996, Specimen is an action and science fiction film directed by John Bradshaw, running about 85 minutes.

What it’s about. After his grandmother's death, 24-year-old Mike Hillary sets off in search of who he thinks is his real father. Little does he suspect the real scenario: his late mother was impregnated by aliens, and now they've sent someone down to bring back their "specimen"--dead or alive.

Who’s in it. Specimen stars Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Douglas O'Keeffe, Ingrid Kavelaars and Andrew Jackson.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Specimen has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Specimen page.

If you liked it. Fans of Specimen tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Specimen (1996)?
In US, Specimen is available to stream on fuboTV, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Specimen worth watching?
Specimen holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Specimen?
Specimen stars Mark-Paul Gosselaar, Douglas O'Keeffe, Ingrid Kavelaars and Andrew Jackson.
When was Specimen released?
Specimen was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.