Skip to content
What's After the Movie?

Jump to
What's After the Movie?
Sci-fi horror film

C.H.U.D. (1984): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

C.H.U.D. (1984) movie poster

C.H.U.D. is a 1984 sci-fi horror film starring John Heard, Kim Greist and Christopher Curry. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes and earned $4.7 million worldwide. Critics gave it 40% on Rotten Tomatoes and 57 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.

IMDb rating
5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes
40%
worldwide gross
$4.7M
Metascore
57
Loading streaming availability…
Watch the trailer Read the plot summary
C.H.U.D. (1984) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Genres
Sci-Fi , Horror
Original language
English
Studio
New World Pictures
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is C.H.U.D. About?

The premise of C.H.U.D. without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Beneath the streets of New York City, a terrifying secret festers in the tunnels. When photographer George Cooper stumbles upon a disturbing discovery, he finds himself embroiled in a cryptic conspiracy involving strange, monstrous creatures. Teaming up with a determined reporter, a resourceful police officer, and a devout priest, George must unravel the truth behind the threat and confront the corrupt forces exploiting the chaos from above, all while battling the horrors lurking in the darkness.

C.H.U.D. Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • acronym as title
  • hobo
  • violence
  • toxic waste
  • pay phone
  • splatter comedy
  • reaganomics
  • low budget sci fi movie
  • natural horror
  • creature feature
  • underground creature
  • underground monster
+38 more
  • title ends with a period
  • new york city
  • city
  • bum
  • street
  • mutant
  • cannibal
  • sewer
  • cult film
  • pollution
  • decapitation
  • sword
  • dead dog
  • street sweeper
  • grandfather granddaughter relationship
  • shot while driving
  • television camera
  • breaking down a door
  • police officer
  • maverick cop
  • pregnancy
  • apartment
  • watching tv
  • pistol
  • death
  • little boy
  • little girl
  • manhole cover
  • manhole
  • booze
  • telephone call
  • blood splatter
  • underground
  • geiger counter
  • bar
  • basement
  • rolling a cigarette
  • cigarette smoking
Loading streaming availability…
Cast & crew

C.H.U.D. Cast

John Heard leads the cast, with Kim Greist and Christopher Curry.

Also Starring in C.H.U.D.

· 6 more
Ratings

C.H.U.D. Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave C.H.U.D. 40% on Rotten Tomatoes and 57 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.

Plot

C.H.U.D. Plot Summary

What happens in C.H.U.D. from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film begins with a woman taking her dog for a walk along a deserted, shadowy street. Suddenly, she encounters a manhole and is attacked by a terrifying creature that drags her—and her dog—into the depths.

George Cooper, portrayed by John Heard, is living with his girlfriend Lauren (Kim Greist). Once a celebrated fashion photographer, George has shifted his focus to documenting the lives of New York City’s homeless, particularly those known as “undergrounders,” who reside in the city’s underbelly. Lauren, a fashion model herself, first crossed paths with George during one of his photo shoots.

Full summary

The whole story of C.H.U.D., scene by scene

Read the full summary
Box office

C.H.U.D. Box Office

C.H.U.D. grossed $4.7 million worldwide.

1984 box office

Worldwide gross

$4.7M

US & Canada
$4.7M
Videos

C.H.U.D. Trailers & Videos

9 videos: 1 trailer, 6 clips and 2 featurettes.

All 9 videos
C.H.U.D. (1984) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
  • Clip C.H.U.D. - CHUD strike!
  • Clip C.H.U.D. - telethon of the CHUDs
  • Clip Best Scene From: C.H.U.D.
  • Clip Martin Cooper & David A. Hughes - C.H.U.D. - Theme [Extended & Remastered by Gilles Nuytens]
Quiz

How Well Do You Know C.H.U.D.?

9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 9

  1. Question 1: not answered
  2. Question 2: not answered
  3. Question 3: not answered
  4. Question 4: not answered
  5. Question 5: not answered
  6. Question 6: not answered
  7. Question 7: not answered
  8. Question 8: not answered
  9. Question 9: not answered

What does C.H.U.D. stand for?
Cars

Cars in C.H.U.D.

13 cars on screen, including the GMC Value Van and the 1977 Plymouth Fury.

All 13 cars
  • GMC Value Van in C.H.U.D. GMC Value Van Important role
  • 1977 Plymouth Fury in C.H.U.D. 1977 Plymouth Fury Important role
  • 1978 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine in C.H.U.D. 1978 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine Minor role
  • 1982 Chevrolet Cavalier in C.H.U.D. 1982 Chevrolet Cavalier Minor role

Seen C.H.U.D.?
More like this

Movies Like C.H.U.D.

Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including C.H.U.D. II: Bud the Chud, Horror of the Hungry Humongous Hungan and Python.

FAQ

C.H.U.D. FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of C.H.U.D., each answered in a sentence.

How long is C.H.U.D.?

C.H.U.D. runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was C.H.U.D. released?

C.H.U.D. was released on August 31, 1984.

Who is in the cast of C.H.U.D.?

C.H.U.D. stars John Heard, Kim Greist and Christopher Curry, among 10 credited actors.

How much did C.H.U.D. make at the box office?

C.H.U.D. grossed $4.7 million worldwide.

How is C.H.U.D. rated?

C.H.U.D. has 5.6/10 on IMDb, 40% on Rotten Tomatoes, 57 on Metacritic and 56% on TMDB.

Does C.H.U.D. have a post-credit scene?

No. C.H.U.D. has no extra scene during or after the credits.

Coming soon to your phone

The Plot Explained Movie Summary App

From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.

Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app