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The Ghastly Love of Johnny X (2012): Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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The Ghastly Love of Johnny X is a 2012 sci-fi musical directed by Paul Bunnell. It runs 1 hour 46 minutes and earned $2,436 worldwide. IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.

IMDb rating
5.6/10
worldwide gross
$2.4K
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The Ghastly Love of Johnny X (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 46m (106 min)
Director
Paul Bunnell
Genres
Sci-Fi , Fantasy , Comedy , Musical
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Ghastly Love of Johnny X About?

The premise of The Ghastly Love of Johnny X without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Banished to Earth, Jonathan, also known as Johnny X, finds himself in a bizarre situation when his Resurrection Suit is stolen by his former girlfriend. This fantastical story blends science fiction and comedy as he tries to reclaim his prized possession and deal with the fallout from a cosmic romance gone wrong. Navigating an unfamiliar world, he must confront not only the thief but also the reasons behind their separation.

The Ghastly Love of Johnny X Themes & Keywords

· 4 tags
  • 1950s
  • outlaw
  • trial
  • independent film
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Crew

The Director of The Ghastly Love of Johnny X

Directed by Paul Bunnell.

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Ratings

The Ghastly Love of Johnny X Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate The Ghastly Love of Johnny X 5.6/10.

Plot

The Ghastly Love of Johnny X Plot Summary

What happens in The Ghastly Love of Johnny X from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

As Johnny X (Will Keenan) and his loyal crew of extraterrestrial misfits take on the flashy persona of a rebellious gang, they set off on a wild adventure across the desert in their beloved vehicle. Meanwhile, in a cozy diner, Bliss (De Anna Joy Brooks), Johnny’s former lover, turns to Chip (Les Williams), an unsuspecting diner employee, with an enticing offer: escape their mundane lives and journey across the open road together. However, the arrival of Johnny and his gang quickly disrupts Bliss’s aspirations as he enacts the powerful abilities of his enigmatic glove to ensnare her. In a twist of fate, Chip’s decisive action—using a cleverly positioned vehicle—disables the glove and frees Bliss from Johnny’s clutches.

Full summary

The whole story of The Ghastly Love of Johnny X, scene by scene

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Box office

The Ghastly Love of Johnny X Box Office

The Ghastly Love of Johnny X grossed $2,436 worldwide.

2012 box office

Worldwide gross

$2.4K

US & Canada
$2.4K
Videos

The Ghastly Love of Johnny X Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Ghastly Love of Johnny X.

The Ghastly Love of Johnny X (2012) Official Trailer
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How Well Do You Know The Ghastly Love of Johnny X?

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The Ghastly Love of Johnny X FAQ: Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Ghastly Love of Johnny X, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Ghastly Love of Johnny X?

The Ghastly Love of Johnny X runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

When was The Ghastly Love of Johnny X released?

The Ghastly Love of Johnny X was released on March 2, 2012.

Who directed The Ghastly Love of Johnny X?

The Ghastly Love of Johnny X was directed by Paul Bunnell.

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How much did The Ghastly Love of Johnny X make at the box office?

The Ghastly Love of Johnny X grossed $2,436 worldwide.

How is The Ghastly Love of Johnny X rated?

The Ghastly Love of Johnny X has 5.6/10 on IMDb, 63% on TMDB and 3.2/5 on Letterboxd.

Does The Ghastly Love of Johnny X have a post-credit scene?

No. The Ghastly Love of Johnny X has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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