Eight Legged Freaks

Synopsis

In the small town of Prosperity, Arizona, toxic waste illegally dumped into a river leads to the growth of giant spiders. As the once harmless critters mutate into monstrous arachnids, the townspeople must band together to fight for their lives against the eight-legged freaks. Led by Chris McCormick, played by David Arquette, and Sheriff Samantha Parker, the group faces a terrifying ordeal as they try to outwit and overcome the gigantic spiders that threaten their survival. With a mix of humor, action, and suspense, Eight Legged Freaks takes viewers on a wild ride full of thrills and chills.

Cast

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  David Arquette

  Chris McCormick

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  Kari Wuhrer

  Samantha Parker

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  Doug E. Doug

  Harlan Griffith

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  Scarlett Johansson

  Ashley Parker

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  Rick Overton

  Pete Willis

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  Matt Czuchry

  Bret

Reviews

Despite its apparent B-movie origins, Eight Legged Freaks serves up a campy and entertaining creature feature that delivers on its promise of giant spiders wreaking havoc in a small town. The film's retro charm and self-awareness make it a fun watch for fans of creature features. While some may find the CGI effects dated, the movie's humor and over-the-top action sequences keep the audience engaged. Rotten Tomatoes gave the film a rating of 48%, reflecting mixed reviews from critics. Metacritic scored Eight Legged Freaks at 53/100, highlighting the film's ability to blend horror and comedy. IMDb rated the movie at 5.5/10, indicating a middling reception from audiences. Overall, Eight Legged Freaks offers a lighthearted take on the monster movie genre that entertains with its giant arachnid mayhem.