Impulse (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1984, Impulse is a thriller, horror, mystery and science fiction film directed by Graham Baker, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. After a small earthquake in a small and quiet town, local citizens start to have a bizarre, violent and self-destructive behavior...
Who’s in it. Impulse stars Tim Matheson as Stuart, Meg Tilly as Jennifer, Hume Cronyn as Dr. Carr and John Karlen as Bob Russell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Impulse has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Impulse page.
If you liked it. Fans of Impulse tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Impulse (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Impulse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Impulse worth watching?
- Impulse holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror, mystery and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Impulse?
- Impulse stars Tim Matheson, Meg Tilly, Hume Cronyn, John Karlen and Bill Paxton.
- When was Impulse released?
- Impulse was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.