The Quiet Earth

Name: The Quiet Earth
Genre: Drama, Science Fiction, Thriller
Released: 1985-09-08
Duration: 1 h 31 min
Cast: Bruno Lawrence, Alison Routledge, Anzac Wallace, Pete Smith, Tom Hyde

1985, English. Directed by Geoff Murphy.

The End of the World is Just the Beginning

After a top-secret experiment misfires, a scientist may be the only man left alive in the world.

Drama Science Fiction Thriller

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Runtime: 1h 31m
Post-credits: None listed
Language: English
Rated: R

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Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.7/10 from 672 TMDB viewer ratings.

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The Quiet Earth is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, JustWatch TV Plus, and MUBI in India.

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Released: 8 September 1985
Country: New Zealand
Written by: Bruno Lawrence, Sam Pillsbury, Bill Baer
Budget: $1M

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What The Quiet Earth is based on

The Quiet Earth is based on The Quiet Earth, a 1981 novel by Craig Harrison.

Novel · 1981
The Quiet Earth
By Craig Harrison
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Is The Quiet Earth worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 672 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is The Quiet Earth?

The Quiet Earth runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).

Does The Quiet Earth have a post-credits scene?

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The Quiet Earth parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

The Quiet Earth is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is The Quiet Earth on?

The Quiet Earth is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, JustWatch TV Plus, and MUBI in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)

What movies are like The Quiet Earth?

If you liked The Quiet Earth, try Awake, The Omega Man, Right at Your Door.

Who directed The Quiet Earth?

The Quiet Earth (1985) was directed by Geoff Murphy and stars Bruno Lawrence, Alison Routledge, Anzac Wallace.

What is The Quiet Earth based on?

The Quiet Earth is based on The Quiet Earth, a 1981 novel by Craig Harrison.