Super 8 (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2011, Super 8 is a thriller, mystery and science fiction film directed by J.J. Abrams, running about 112 minutes. “It Arrives.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1979 Ohio, several youngsters are making a zombie movie with a Super-8 camera. In the midst of filming, the friends witness a horrifying train derailment and are lucky to escape with their lives. They soon discover that the catastrophe was no accident, as a series of unexplained events and disappearances soon follows. Deputy Jackson Lamb, the father of one of the kids, searches for the terrifying truth behind the crash.
Who’s in it. Super 8 stars Joel Courtney as Joe Lamb, Elle Fanning as Alice Dainard, Riley Griffiths as Charles Kaznyk and Kyle Chandler as Jackson Lamb, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Super 8 has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $260.1M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Super 8 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Super 8 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Super 8 (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Super 8 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Super 8 worth watching?
- Super 8 holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, mystery and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Super 8?
- Super 8 stars Joel Courtney, Elle Fanning, Riley Griffiths, Kyle Chandler and Noah Emmerich.
- When was Super 8 released?
- Super 8 was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.