Planet Terror
“Humanity's last hope… rests on a high power machine gun!”
Synopsis
Two doctors find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounded is Cherry Darling, a dancer whose leg was ripped from her body. As the invalids quickly become enraged aggressors, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend El Wray lead a team of accidental warriors into the night.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Official Trailers: Grindhouse - Planet Terror & Death Proof (2007)
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-04-19
Top Cast
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Rose McGowan
Cherry Darling
Freddy Rodríguez
Wray
Marley Shelton
Dr. Dakota Block
Josh Brolin
Dr. William Block
Jeff Fahey
J.T. Hague
Michael Biehn
Sheriff Hague
Bruce Willis
Lieutenant Muldoon
Rebel Rodriguez
Tony Block
Naveen Andrews
Abby
Julio Oscar Mechoso
Romey
Fergie
Tammy Visan
Nicky Katt
Joe
Michael Parks
Earl McGraw
Tom Savini
Deputy Tolo
Carlos Gallardo
Deputy Carlos
Skip Reissig
Skip
Tommy Nix
Paramedic Nixer
Quentin Tarantino
Rapist #1
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 6, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 6, 2008
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$23M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$11.4M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0.5x
-$11.6M deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Rodriguez
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Rodriguez
- Original Score
- Robert Rodriguez, Mark Del Castillo, Alan Howarth, George Oldziey, Graeme Revell, Carl Thiel
- Original Title
- Planet Terror
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Budget
- $23M
- Worldwide Gross
- $11.4M
- Production Studios
- Dimension Films, Troublemaker Studios, Rodriguez International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Rodriguez
Robert Rodriguez
Robert Rodriguez, Mark Del Castillo, Alan Howarth, George Oldziey, Graeme Revell, Carl Thiel
Robert Rodriguez, Jimmy Lindsey
Robert Rodriguez, Sally Menke
Elizabeth Avellan, Quentin Tarantino, Robert Rodriguez, Sandra Condito, Bob Weinstein
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Rodriguez
Director
Robert Rodriguez
Screenplay
Robert Rodriguez
Director of Photography
Robert Rodriguez
Editor
Elizabeth Avellan
Producer
Quentin Tarantino
Producer
Robert Rodriguez
Producer
Sally Menke
Editor
Nina Proctor
Costume Design
Robert Rodriguez
Visual Effects Supervisor
Russell Towery
Stunt Coordinator
Hank Amos
Stunt Coordinator
Erica Steinberg
Producer
Robert Rodriguez
Original Music Composer
Steve Joyner
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Planet Terror
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Planet Terror about?
Two doctors find their graveyard shift inundated with townspeople ravaged by sores. Among the wounded is Cherry Darling, a dancer whose leg was ripped from her body. As the invalids quickly become enraged aggressors, Cherry and her ex-boyfriend El Wray lead a team of accidental warriors into the night.
Who directed Planet Terror?
Planet Terror was directed by Robert Rodriguez.
Who stars in Planet Terror?
The principal cast of Planet Terror includes Rose McGowan, Freddy Rodríguez, Marley Shelton, Josh Brolin, Jeff Fahey.
When was Planet Terror released and how long is it?
Planet Terror was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
What was the box office and production budget of Planet Terror?
Planet Terror had a reported production budget of $23M and grossed $11.4M at the worldwide box office (0.5 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
Who composed the musical score for Planet Terror?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Planet Terror was composed by Robert Rodriguez, Mark Del Castillo, Alan Howarth, George Oldziey, Graeme Revell, Carl Thiel.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Planet Terror?
Planet Terror holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).