Munchies
Simon Watterman, a space archaeologist, discovers the "Munchies" in a cave in Peru. Cecil Watterman, Simon's evil twin brother and snack food entrepreneur, kidnaps the creature. What Cecil does not know is that the creature, when chopped up, regenerates into many new creatures and are they mean!
Why it matters
A scrappy ’80s creature feature that serves up chaotic fun with a side of practical effects mayhem and campy charm.
- Early work from producer/director Peter Manoogian, showcasing practical creature designs in the spirit of Gremlins and Critters.
- Perfect for fans who love low-budget monster movies where the creatures multiply and terrorize with gleeful abandon.
- The twin-brother rivalry adds a quirky twist to the usual “mad scientist” trope, blending corporate greed with cosmic nastiness.
- Not high art, but a cult gem that captures the era’s appetite for B-movie creature chaos and practical effects wizardry.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
57
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
14
Supernatural
0
Creature
73
Disturbing
33
Fun Factor
67
Cerebral
14
Survival
66
Monster
