The Quiet Earth
After a top-secret experiment misfires, a scientist may be the only man left alive in the world.
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Based on audience scoresWhere to stream The Quiet Earth
Streaming now in the United States on Midnight Pulp, Cineverse, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and The Roku Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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The Quiet Earth Original Trailer (Geoff Murphy, 1985)
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Frequently asked questions about The Quiet Earth
Where can I watch The Quiet Earth in the United States?
The Quiet Earth is available to stream on Midnight Pulp, Cineverse, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and The Roku Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Quiet Earth for free?
The Quiet Earth streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and The Roku Channel. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Quiet Earth?
The Quiet Earth scores 6.6 on The Movie Database, 6.7 on IMDb, and 68% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in The Quiet Earth?
The Quiet Earth stars Bruno Lawrence, Alison Routledge, Anzac Wallace, Pete Smith, and Tom Hyde. Geoff Murphy is the director.
How long is The Quiet Earth?
The Quiet Earth runs 1h 31m (91 minutes).
When did The Quiet Earth come out?
The Quiet Earth was released on September 8, 1985.
Which studio made The Quiet Earth?
The Quiet Earth was produced by Cinepro, Mr. Yellowbeard Productions Limited & Company, and Pillsbury Films in New Zealand.
What was the budget for The Quiet Earth?
The Quiet Earth was made on a budget of $1,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.