The Return of Swamp Thing
1989, English. Directed by Jim Wynorski.
Why can't men be more like plants?
The Swamp Thing returns to battle the evil Dr. Arcane, who has a new science lab full of creatures transformed by genetic mutation, and chooses Heather Locklear as his new object of affection.
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- Jim WynorskiDirector
- Louis JourdanDr. Anton Arcane
- Heather LocklearAbby Arcane
- Sarah DouglasDr. Lana Zurrell
- Dick DurockSwamp Thing
- Joey SagalGunn
- Ace MaskDr. Rochelle
- Monique GabrielleMiss Poinsettia
- RonReaco LeeOmar
- Daniel Emery TaylorDarryl Hallenbeck
- Ralph PaceSheriff Beaumont
- Alex VanGurdell
- Christopher DoyleLeechman
Details
- Released
- 11 May 1989
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Neil Cuthbert, Grant Morris
- Budget
- $4M
- Box office
- $193K
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What The Return of Swamp Thing is based on
The Return of Swamp Thing is adapted from a comic.
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The Return of Swamp Thing: quick answers
What should I watch before The Return of Swamp Thing?
Watch Swamp Thing (1982) first.
Is The Return of Swamp Thing worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 273 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Return of Swamp Thing?
The Return of Swamp Thing runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
Does The Return of Swamp Thing have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Return of Swamp Thing. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Return of Swamp Thing parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Return of Swamp Thing is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Return of Swamp Thing on?
The Return of Swamp Thing is streaming on Bloodstream in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Return of Swamp Thing?
If you liked The Return of Swamp Thing, try Land of the Dead, Die Alone, Extinction.
Who directed The Return of Swamp Thing?
The Return of Swamp Thing (1989) was directed by Jim Wynorski and stars Louis Jourdan, Heather Locklear, Sarah Douglas.
What is The Return of Swamp Thing based on?
The Return of Swamp Thing is adapted from a comic.