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Tornado! 1996

★ 5.645 votes89 min📅 1996-05-06

"Hell has no fury like a twister."

When a sharp-eyed accountant steps into the heart of tornado alley to evaluate a high-stakes research project, the wind isn't the only thing that starts spinning out of control. *Tornado!

Director: Noel Nosseck

Cast

Bruce Campbell
Bruce Campbell
Jake Thorne
Shannon Sturges
Shannon Sturges
Samantha 'Sam' Callen
Ernie Hudson
Ernie Hudson
Dr. Joe Branson
L.Q. Jones
L.Q. Jones
Ephram Thorne
Bo Eason
Tex Fulton
Shannon Woodward
Shannon Woodward
Lucy
Charles Homet
Cochran
Carrie Boren
Mattie
Aaron Izbicki
Olivier
John Mansfield
Andy Ward

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tornado! (1996) about?

An accountant sent to evaluate a tornado research project finds himself caught between a brilliant but reckless scientist and the destructive power of nature itself. As he and the scientist chase storms across the plains, their professional rivalry ignites into something far more personal, all while tornadoes tear through the countryside.

Who directed Tornado!?

Noel Nosseck directed this high-octane disaster flick, blending action and romance against the backdrop of violent twisters.

Who stars in Tornado!?

The lead roles are played by Bruce Campbell and Shannon Sturges, with Ernie Hudson and L.Q. Jones adding depth to the storm-chasing adventure.

Is Tornado! (1996) worth watching?

As a TV movie action flick, *Tornado!* delivers solid entertainment with practical effects that still hold up today. While it may not be a blockbuster, Campbell's charisma and the high-stakes premise make it a fun, if flawed, ride for fans of '90s disaster films. If you enjoy tornado thrillers with a side of romance and humor, it's worth a watch.

How long is Tornado!?

The movie runs for 89 minutes.

About Tornado! (1996) — A Tornado-Chasing Thriller With Bruce Campbell & Shannon Sturges

When a sharp-eyed accountant steps into the heart of tornado alley to evaluate a high-stakes research project, the wind isn't the only thing that starts spinning out of control. *Tornado! (1996)* director Noel Nosseck crafts a pulse-pounding action TV movie that twists romance, danger, and scientific obsession into a high-speed chase across the plains. Audiences follow the unlikely duo of an accountant and a daring scientist as they race against nature's most violent storms, their professional differences giving way to a storm of personal chemistry. With practical effects that make every funnel cloud feel terrifyingly real and a story that blends disaster with human drama, this 89-minute thrill ride keeps viewers glued to the screen from the first gust to the last crash landing.

Bruce Campbell's trademark charm meets Shannon Sturges's determined scientist as the pair navigate both the chaos of nature and the chemistry between them, backed by a supporting cast including Ernie Hudson and L.Q. Jones. The film captures the raw power of tornadoes while exploring themes of ambition, survival, and unexpected connections. Whether it's the relentless winds or the emotional whirlwind, *Tornado! (1996)* delivers a gripping escape that's as much about the people caught in the storm as it is about the storm itself.