World Gone Wild (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1987, World Gone Wild is an action and science fiction film directed by Lee H. Katzin, running about 95 minutes. “Fifty years after the end of the world, the only ones left are nuked out, zoned-out burnouts. The wildest adventure of all is about to begin.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the nuclear ravaged wasteland of Earth 2087 water is as precious as life itself. The isolated Lost Wells outpost survived the holocaust and the inhabitants guard the source of their existence. Now an evil cult of renegades want control of their valuable water supply. And the villagers are no match for such brute military force. Only one man can help the stricken community - a mercenary living in a distance cannibal city. But even he, and his strange henchmen, may not be able to survive in the world gone wild.
Who’s in it. World Gone Wild stars Michael Paré as George Landon, Catherine Mary Stewart as Angie, Bruce Dern as Ethan and Adam Ant as Derek Abernathy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, World Gone Wild has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch World Gone Wild page.
If you liked it. Fans of World Gone Wild tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch World Gone Wild (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for World Gone Wild change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is World Gone Wild worth watching?
- World Gone Wild holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in World Gone Wild?
- World Gone Wild stars Michael Paré, Catherine Mary Stewart, Bruce Dern, Adam Ant and Julius Carry.
- When was World Gone Wild released?
- World Gone Wild was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.