Home
search
more | tips
IMDb > "The Day of the Triffids" (1981)

"The Day of the Triffids" (1981) More at IMDbPro »TV series

Photos (see all 2 | slideshow)

Overview

User Rating:
7.7/10   549 votes
MOVIEmeter: ?
Up 20% in popularity this week. See rank & trends on IMDbPro.
Contact:
View company contact information for The Day of the Triffids on IMDbPro.
Seasons:
1 full episode list
Release Date:
10 September 1981 (Australia) more
Genre:
Sci-Fi | Thriller more
Tagline:
Flesh-eating plants go on the rampage.
Plot:
A terrible catastrophe has struck the population of Earth. Almost everyone on the planet has been rendered... more
User Comments:
a BBC sci-fi classic more

Cast

 (Series Cast Summary - 11 of 14)
John Duttine ... Bill Masen (6 episodes, 1981)
Emma Relph ... Jo Payton (5 episodes, 1981)
Maurice Colbourne ... Jack Coker (4 episodes, 1981)
Jonathan Newth ... Dr Soames (2 episodes, 1981)
Gary Olsen ... Red-Haired Man / ... (2 episodes, 1981)
Perlita Neilson ... Miss Durrant (2 episodes, 1981)
Jenny Lipman ... Mary Brent (2 episodes, 1981)
Desmond Adams ... Dennis Brent (2 episodes, 1981)
Claire Ballard ... Alice (2 episodes, 1981)
Elizabeth Chambers ... Car Attacker (2 episodes, 1981)
Bernie Searle ... Car Attacker (2 episodes, 1981)
more
Create a character page for: ?

Additional Details

Runtime:
Australia:147 min | Australia:50 min (3 episodes) | UK:26 min (6 episodes)
Country:
UK
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
1.33 : 1 more
Certification:
Australia:M | UK:PG

Fun Stuff

Trivia:
In episode 5, John Duttine's dog Rufus plays Susan's dog, also called Rufus. more
Goofs:
Crew or equipment visible: When Jack Coker flies off in the helicopter he is supposedly alone, but you can see a pilot flying the helicopter. more
Movie Connections:
Featured in The 100 Greatest Scary Moments (2003) (TV) more

FAQ

This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.
4 out of 4 people found the following comment useful:-
a BBC sci-fi classic, 13 April 2005
9/10
Author: CaptReynolds from New Zealand

I remember watching this on TV when I was little and being terrified of the triffids. I watched a lot of sci-fi but this stood out. I've always liked those survival stories like dawn of the dead or 28 days later. If you like those kind of movies you'll probably enjoy day of the triffids. When I saw it was now available on DVD I ordered it with plenty of enthusiasm and a little trepidation. Often those shows you watch and enjoy as a kid just don't hold up and watching them as an adult kind of takes the shine off those memories. I mean, how good do those special effects in Doctor Who look now. But, in this case I need not have worried. I've just watched all six episodes of Day of the Triffids in a row and I loved it. Yes, the special effects do look a little dated but all things considered, they're not that bad, and they don't interfere with your enjoyment. The story is great, well written and well paced, you never know what's going to happen next. Plus it throws up lots of little ethical questions. Also, the acting by all of the main cast is excellent. Forget about the old movie version, read the book or watch this mini series. 8/10.

Was the above comment useful to you?
more

Message Boards

Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for "The Day of the Triffids" (1981)
Recent Posts (updated daily)User
CRYING FOR A REMAKE!! blackman_806
Problem of Daylight/Approach of Meteors charlesblank
Huge gaffe. macmuffin
filming locations information required foreverlostintime
Triffids - savior of the planet! SD1fruitbat
Young Bill Mason's Father (ep. 1) sanza1961
more

Recommendations

If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
- - - - -
Planet of the Apes The Invasion "Quatermass" Superman Twelve Monkeys
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
Show more recommendations

Related Links

Episode guide Full cast and crew Company credits
External reviews IMDb TV section IMDb Sci-Fi section
IMDb UK section Add this title to MyMovies

You may report errors and omissions on this page to the IMDb database managers. They will be examined and if approved will be included in a future update. Clicking the 'Update' button will take you through a step-by-step process.

Add a new episode

You may add a new episode for this TV series by clicking the 'add episode' button