Bad Taste
1987, English. Directed by Peter Jackson.
Watch out Aliens... here comes Derek!
A team from the intergalactic fast food chain Crumb's Crunchy Delights descends on Earth, planning to make human flesh the newest taste sensation. After they wipe out the New Zealand town Kaihoro, the country’s Astro-Investigation and Defense Service (AIaDS) is called in to deal with the problem. Things are complicated due to Giles, an aid worker who comes to Kaihoro the same day to collect change from the residents. He is captured by the aliens, and AIaDS stages a rescue mission that quickly becomes an all-out assault on the aliens’ headquarters.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 965 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Bad Taste
Bad Taste is streaming on History Vault and IndieFlix Shorts in India.
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Cast & crew
- Peter JacksonDirector
- Terry PotterOzzy / 3rd Class Alien
- Pete O'HerneBarry / 3rd Class Alien
- Craig SmithGiles / 3rd Class Alien
- Mike MinettFrank / 3rd Class Alien
- Peter JacksonDerek / Robert
- Doug WrenAlien Leader
- Peter Vere-JonesAlien Leader (voice)
- Ken Hammon3rd Class Alien
- Robin Griggs3rd Class Alien
- Michael Gooch3rd Class Alien
- Peter Gooch3rd Class Alien
- Laurie Yarrall3rd Class Alien
Details
- Released
- 11 December 1987
- Country
- New Zealand
- Written by
- Peter Jackson
- Budget
- $25K
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Bad Taste: quick answers
Is Bad Taste worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 965 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Bad Taste?
Bad Taste runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does Bad Taste have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Bad Taste. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Bad Taste parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Bad Taste is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Bad Taste on?
Bad Taste is streaming on History Vault and IndieFlix Shorts in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Bad Taste?
If you liked Bad Taste, try Infestation, Citizen Toxie: The Toxic Avenger IV, Ick.
Who directed Bad Taste?
Bad Taste (1987) was directed by Peter Jackson and stars Terry Potter, Pete O'Herne, Craig Smith.