The Swarm
Warner Bros. | Release Date: July 14, 1978 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
30
METASCORE
Generally unfavorable reviews based on 6 Critic Reviews
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0
Mixed:
2
Negative:
4
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60
Washington PostTom Zito
On the plus side, Allen's basic movie-making skills are sound. The $13-million film looks crisp and clean. An idiot could follow the story line and two hours could go by without many glimpses at the wristwatch. In short, the perfect made-for-TV movie. [15 Jul 1978, p.E1]
60
EmpireStaff (Not Credited)
Hammy action yarn with an entertaining performance from Michael Caine. Read full review
30
VarietyStaff (Not Credited)
Killer bees periodically interrupt the arch writing, stilted direction and ludicrous acting in Irwin Allen's disappointing and tired non-thriller. Read full review
30
The New York TimesJanet Maslin
Mr. Allen might just as well have devoted his talents to man-eating goldfish, poodles on the rampage or carniverous canaries. Read full review
25
TV Guide MagazineStaff (Not Credited)
A poorly made and utterly laughable film that has gained a minor cult status with "bad film" fans. Read full review
20
Time OutStaff (Not Credited)
A risibly inadequate disaster movie. Read full review
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