Mimic

A disease carried by common cockroaches is killing Manhattan children. In an effort to stop the epidemic an entomologist, Susan Tyler, creates a mutant breed of insect that secretes a fluid to kill the roaches. This mutant breed was engineered to die after one generation, but three years later Susan finds out that the species has survived and evolved into a large, gruesome monster that can mimic human form.

Tagline

“For thousands of years, man has been evolution's greatest creation... until now.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Horror, Science Fiction

Director

Guillermo del Toro

Original Language

EN

What is Mimic about?

A disease carried by common cockroaches is killing Manhattan children. In an effort to stop the epidemic an entomologist, Susan Tyler, creates a mutant breed of insect that secretes a fluid to kill the roaches. This mutant breed was engineered to die after one generation, but three years later Susan finds out that the species has survived and evolved into a large, gruesome monster that can mimic human form.

Who directed Mimic?

Mimic was directed by Guillermo del Toro.

When was Mimic released?

Mimic was released on August 22, 1997.

How long is Mimic?

Mimic has a runtime of 1h 45m.

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