As a result of nuclear testing, gigantic, ferocious mutant ants appear in the American desert southwest, and a father-daughter team of entomologists join forces with the state police officer who first discovers their existence, an FBI agent and, eventually, the US Army to eradicate the menace, before it spreads across the continent, and the world.
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 1 win & 3 nominations total
Top Critics Reviews
fresh:
This science-fiction shocker has a well-plotted story [by George Worthington Yates, adapted by Russell Hughes], expertly directed and acted in a matter-of-fact style.
– ,
Variety,
29 May 2007
fresh:
Decently budgeted and atmospheric, it's a sober accomplishment in a cycle that would quickly turn to self-parody.
– Dave Kehr,
Chicago Reader,
1 Jan 2000
fresh:
By far the best of the '50s cycle of 'creature features.'