Species
“For three million years, the human race has been at the top of the evolutionary ladder. Nothing lasts forever.”
Synopsis
In 1993, the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence Project receives a transmission detailing an alien DNA structure, along with instructions on how to splice it with human DNA. The result is Sil, a sensual but deadly creature who can change from a beautiful woman to an armour-plated killing machine in the blink of an eye.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2017-06-29
Top Cast
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Natasha Henstridge
Sil
Ben Kingsley
Xavier Fitch
Michael Madsen
Preston Lennox
Marg Helgenberger
Dr. Laura Baker
Alfred Molina
Dr. Stephen Arden
Forest Whitaker
Dan Smithson, Empath
Michelle Williams
Young Sil
Jordan Lund
Aide
Herta Ware
Mrs. Morris
William Utay
Colleague
Don Fischer
Aide
Scott McKenna
Train Hobo
Virginia Morris
Mother
Jayne Luke
Snack Shop Clerk
David K. Schroeder
German Tourist
David Jensen
Conductor
Esther Scott
Female Conductor
Shirley Prestia
Victoria Roth, Ph.D.
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 7, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 5, 1995
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$35M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$113.4M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
3.24x
+$78.4M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roger Donaldson
- Screenplay & Story
- Dennis Feldman
- Original Score
- Christopher Young
- Original Title
- Species
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Budget
- $35M
- Worldwide Gross
- $113.4M
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, FGM Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roger Donaldson
Dennis Feldman
Christopher Young
Andrzej Bartkowiak, John Philpotts, Peter Deming
Conrad Buff IV
Frank Mancuso Jr., Dennis Feldman, David Streit
Department Leadership Roster
Christopher Young
Original Music Composer
Andrzej Bartkowiak
Director of Photography
Roger Donaldson
Director
Conrad Buff IV
Editor
Frank Mancuso Jr.
Producer
Dennis Feldman
Producer
John Muto
Production Design
Joe I. Tompkins
Costume Design
Max Kleven
Stunt Coordinator
Richard Edlund
Visual Effects Supervisor
Dennis Feldman
Writer
Glenn Randall Jr.
Stunt Coordinator
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 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Species
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Species about?
In 1993, the Search for Extra Terrestrial Intelligence Project receives a transmission detailing an alien DNA structure, along with instructions on how to splice it with human DNA. The result is Sil, a sensual but deadly creature who can change from a beautiful woman to an armour-plated killing machine in the blink of an eye.
Who directed Species?
Species was directed by Roger Donaldson.
Who stars in Species?
The principal cast of Species includes Natasha Henstridge, Ben Kingsley, Michael Madsen, Marg Helgenberger, Alfred Molina.
When was Species released and how long is it?
Species was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
What was the box office and production budget of Species?
Species had a reported production budget of $35M and grossed $113.4M at the worldwide box office (3.24 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for Species?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Species was composed by Christopher Young.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Species?
Species holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; CA: 18A; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 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.).