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Alive in Joburg (2006)
(Short)
Spin-off
Wikus and Charlize (2010)
(Short)
References
The Quatermass Xperiment (1955)
The transformation of Wikus's arm into a claw is reminiscent of a similar change to the arm of an astronaut after some kind of alien contact.
The transformation of Wikus's arm into a claw is reminiscent of a similar change to the arm of an astronaut after some kind of alien contact.
The Fly (1958)
In both films, the transformation begins with the left hand becoming a claw/pincer.
In both films, the transformation begins with the left hand becoming a claw/pincer.
Doctor Who (1963)
(TV Series)
'The Mutants', a 1972 Doctor Who serial, addresses the issue of Apartheid by telling a story about xenophobia and segregation with bug-like aliens, into which humans transform.
'The Mutants', a 1972 Doctor Who serial, addresses the issue of Apartheid by telling a story about xenophobia and segregation with bug-like aliens, into which humans transform.
Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977)
When the spaceship first begins moving it blasts out a loud tone that causes window panes to crash.
When the spaceship first begins moving it blasts out a loud tone that causes window panes to crash.
Cannibal Holocaust (1980)
It is referenced.
It is referenced.
Enemy Mine (1985)
It is referenced.
It is referenced.
The Fly (1986)
The stages of Wikus's transformation are similar to those experienced by Seth Brundle: fingernails falling off, teeth falling out, vomiting up the creature's fluid, and pieces of his new body piercing his human flesh.
The stages of Wikus's transformation are similar to those experienced by Seth Brundle: fingernails falling off, teeth falling out, vomiting up the creature's fluid, and pieces of his new body piercing his human flesh.
Alien Nation (1988)
The idea of aliens not able to manage the technology of the space ship they were on, reaching the Earth for no special reason and then ghettoized is a big part in an 1988 movie, Alien Nation
The idea of aliens not able to manage the technology of the space ship they were on, reaching the Earth for no special reason and then ghettoized is a big part in an 1988 movie, Alien Nation
Referenced in
Movie Mob: The Mob Reviews: 'District 9' and 'The Time Traveler's Wife' (2009)
(TV Episode)
Reviewed
Reviewed
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: District 9/The Time Traveler's Wife/The Goods: Live Hard, Sell Hard (2009)
(TV Episode)
Reviewed
Reviewed
Bum Reviews: District 9 (2009)
(TV Episode)
movie is reviewed
movie is reviewed
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Episode #8.33 (2009)
(TV Episode)
Subject of a $3,000 question
Subject of a $3,000 question
Planet 51 (2009)
General Grawl orders that the extra-terrestrial (Baker) be taken to "Base 9." In "District 9," the extra-terrestrials are herded into an area called "District 9."
General Grawl orders that the extra-terrestrial (Baker) be taken to "Base 9." In "District 9," the extra-terrestrials are herded into an area called "District 9."
Mondo Supernatural (2010)
(Video)
As well as the whole film being presented in a faux documentary form involving science-fiction/horror elements, the principal's opening lines after the main titles and his opening shot fiddling with the microphone mimics some of the opening scenes from District 9.
As well as the whole film being presented in a faux documentary form involving science-fiction/horror elements, the principal's opening lines after the main titles and his opening shot fiddling with the microphone mimics some of the opening scenes from District 9.
Richard Roeper & the Movies: Daybreakers (2010)
(TV Episode)
Roeper compares the low budget of "District 9" to "Daybreakers"
Roeper compares the low budget of "District 9" to "Daybreakers"
Parks and Recreation: The Set Up (2010)
(TV Episode)
Ann rents this movie to watch with Mark.
Ann rents this movie to watch with Mark.
The 67th Annual Golden Globe Awards (2010)
(TV Movie)
Clips shown when Nominated for a Catagory
Clips shown when Nominated for a Catagory
Saturday Night Live: Ashton Kutcher/Them Crooked Vultures (2010)
(TV Episode)
Listed as a Best Picture nominee in the "Access Hollywood" segment
Listed as a Best Picture nominee in the "Access Hollywood" segment
The Office: The Delivery: Part 1 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Kevin says, "I tried to bake a cake like that 'District 9' prawn thing."
Kevin says, "I tried to bake a cake like that 'District 9' prawn thing."
Jeopardy!: Episode #26.153 (2010)
(TV Episode)
Subject of an $800 clue in the category "At the Ancient Roman Cineplex"
Subject of an $800 clue in the category "At the Ancient Roman Cineplex"
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: The A-Team/The Karate Kid/Winter's Bone (2010)
(TV Episode)
Ben Mankiewicz mentions Sharlto Copley's role
Ben Mankiewicz mentions Sharlto Copley's role
Mad: Are You Karate Kidding Me?/The Fresh Prawn of Bel-Air (2011)
(TV Episode)
Aliens from the movie appear in the "Fresh Prawn of Bel Air" skit.
Aliens from the movie appear in the "Fresh Prawn of Bel Air" skit.
Game One: Rage, Might & Magic: Heroes 6 (2011)
(TV Episode)
During the 'Halo' movie news, there is some talk about 'District 9', due to the original director being laid off and then doing District 9.
During the 'Halo' movie news, there is some talk about 'District 9', due to the original director being laid off and then doing District 9.
Obscurus Lupa Presents: Hell Comes to Frogtown (2012)
(TV Episode)
"Forget District 9..."
"Forget District 9..."
Region (2012)
(Short)
Steve says "I have seen District 9"
Steve says "I have seen District 9"
The Nostalgia Critic: To Boldly Flee: Part II (2012)
(TV Episode)
at one point, Mickey says he's an agent from District 9.
at one point, Mickey says he's an agent from District 9.
The Neighbors: Journey to the Center of the Mall (2012)
(TV Episode)
The characters discuss the similarity of their living situation to the plot of 'District 9 (2009)' over breakfast.
The characters discuss the similarity of their living situation to the plot of 'District 9 (2009)' over breakfast.
Something You Can't Find (2012)
One of the notebook pages is a District 9 fan-fiction story. "MNU" is visible in the writing. "D9" is also written on the corner of a paper in the opening section.
One of the notebook pages is a District 9 fan-fiction story. "MNU" is visible in the writing. "D9" is also written on the corner of a paper in the opening section.
Featured in
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: Wolverine/Ghosts of Girlfriends Past/Battle for Terra (2009)
(TV Episode)
Trailer Shown
Trailer Shown
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: Inglourious Basterds/Post Grad/World's Greatest Dad (2009)
(TV Episode)
Reviewed in Haiku form, clips shown in background
Reviewed in Haiku form, clips shown in background
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: The Rotten Tomatoes Show Year Endies (2009)
(TV Episode)
Recieves multiple nominations and awards
Recieves multiple nominations and awards
The 67th Annual Golden Globe Awards (2010)
(TV Movie)
Clips shown
Clips shown
Richard Roeper & the Movies: RR's Oscar Predictions: Best Picture (2010)
(TV Episode)
Footage shown as Roeper discusses the movie's Best Picture chances
Footage shown as Roeper discusses the movie's Best Picture chances
The 82nd Annual Academy Awards (2010)
(TV Special)
Nominee Clips
Nominee Clips
Maltin on Movies: Secretariat (2010)
(TV Episode)
Movie reviewed in this episode.
Movie reviewed in this episode.
Scream Awards 2010 (2010)
(TV Movie)
Clips featured.
Clips featured.
Hollywood's Top Ten: Best of the Decade (2011)
(TV Episode)
Runner-up for the user poll of the best movies of 2001-2010
Runner-up for the user poll of the best movies of 2001-2010
Great Movie Mistakes III: Not in 3D (2011)
(TV Movie)
Clips shown
Clips shown
The Nostalgia Chick: Lord of the Rings: Return of the King, Part 1 (2013)
(TV Episode)
also adapted by Peter Jackson
also adapted by Peter Jackson
Spoofed in
District 69 (2010)
(Short)
Created for a film spoof event
Created for a film spoof event
How It Should Have Ended: How District 9 Should Have Ended (2011)
(TV Episode)
Alternate Ending parody
Alternate Ending parody
The Simpsons: Holidays of Future Passed (2011)
(TV Episode)
In the future, Bart drives through District 9, followed by District 10 - where the extraterrestrials are treated very nicely.
In the future, Bart drives through District 9, followed by District 10 - where the extraterrestrials are treated very nicely.
