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Resident Alien 1991

85 min📅 1991-01-01

In this quirky 1991 blend of science fiction and comedy, *Resident Alien* follows the misadventures of an astrophysics grad student barely keeping his head above water and his equally struggling tenant.

Director: John Gaspard

Cast

Amelia Barnes
Tish
Eve Black
Naom
Patrick Coyle
Patrick Coyle
Calvin
Nesba Crenshaw
Leslie
Richard Gibbons
Professor Davis
Mark Patrick Gleason
Allen
Nancy Gormley
Mom
Michael Paul Levin
Deputy G. Ort
Craig McNamara
Bunson
Janet Mitchko
Joyce

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Resident Alien (1991) about?

This sci-fi comedy follows a struggling astrophysics student and his tenant who stumble upon a UFO crash, sparking a series of chaotic encounters. Their lives become entangled with mysterious strangers and a sheriff whose motives are as unclear as the alien invasion itself.

Who directed Resident Alien?

John Gaspard directed this offbeat 1991 gem, blending sci-fi absurdity with small-town charm.

Who stars in Resident Alien?

The film features Amelia Barnes, Eve Black, Patrick Coyle, Nesba Crenshaw, and Richard Gibbons as the core cast.

Is Resident Alien (1991) worth watching?

With its breezy runtime and genre-blending mix of comedy and sci-fi, *Resident Alien* offers a fun, if lighthearted, escape. Fans of quirky 90s indie films might find its offbeat charm appealing, though it's not a high-stakes blockbuster.

How long is Resident Alien?

The film runs for 85 minutes.

About Resident Alien (1991) — A UFO crash ignites a comedy of errors and cosmic chaos

In this quirky 1991 blend of science fiction and comedy, *Resident Alien* follows the misadventures of an astrophysics grad student barely keeping his head above water and his equally struggling tenant. Their mundane routines take a wild turn when a UFO crash-lands nearby, unleashing a chain of absurd events. As the duo navigates the fallout, they're drawn into a world of eccentric strangers and a suspicious sheriff whose motives remain as murky as the alien encounter itself. The film captures the chaotic energy of a small-town mystery, where every interaction feels tinged with offbeat humor and unexpected twists.

Directed by John Gaspard, *Resident Alien* (1991) leans into its genre-blending roots, mixing romance and sci-fi with a lighthearted, almost anarchic tone. The cast—including Amelia Barnes, Eve Black, and Patrick Coyle—delivers performances that balance the absurdity of the premise with genuine charm. With its short runtime of 85 minutes, the movie zips along, offering a breezy yet engaging escape into a world where aliens, awkward encounters, and small-town intrigue collide.