By Morfeli Data Desk (AI-assisted, data-checked) · Published: November 14, 2026 · Last updated: November 14, 2026 · 6 min read
Twisters is a disaster film featuring storm chasers in Oklahoma that maintains a mid-tier ranking among 2024 releases.
Twisters (2024) is a PG-13 action-thriller directed by Lee Isaac Chung. It holds a 6.7 TMDB score and a 6.5 rating on IMDb.
Review roundup, not a personal review. Scores and audience reviews were checked on November 14, 2026. Spoiler-free.
- TMDB audience score: 6.7/10 (3270 votes)
- IMDb: 6.5/10 (201,137 votes)
- Rotten Tomatoes: 75%
- Metacritic: 65/100
- Runtime: 2 h 3 min (123 minutes)
- Budget and revenue (TMDB): $155,000,000 budget, $372,262,265 revenue (2.4x)
- Rank among 2024 releases: about #71 of 155
Twisters Trailer
Official trailer via YouTube. Watch on YouTube
How Twisters Stacks Up
- Among the 155 English-language movies released in 2024 with at least 500 TMDB votes, Twisters ranks about #71 by audience score, roughly the top 46 percent.
- Within action alone, it ranks about #21 of 50 in the same group.
With a 6.7 TMDB score, the film ranks in the top 46 percent of 2024 releases with at least 500 votes. Within the action genre, it sits in the top half of its peer group. The title performs slightly better than the 6.6 average of the Twister Collection.
Critics vs Audiences
- IMDb 6.5/10 equals 65 on a 100-point scale, while Metacritic is 65/100, so audiences and critics agree.
- Rotten Tomatoes shows 75% positive critic reviews, compared with an IMDb audience rating of 6.5/10.
- TMDB audiences give it 6.7/10 across 3270 votes.
Different sites measure different things. IMDb and TMDB scores average votes from registered users. The Rotten Tomatoes percentage is the share of critic reviews counted as positive, not an average grade. Metacritic converts reviews into a weighted average out of 100. A title can score high on one and lower on another, so look at all of them together.
What Reviewers Are Saying
This section is based on 8 recent audience reviews posted on TMDB, which rate it 6.3/10 on average (2 positive, 5 mixed, 1 negative among 8 rated reviews). It is a small sample and not the whole audience.
What reviewers praise
- Several TMDB reviewers noted the film is a visual spectacle full of action.
- Some reviewers mentioned the protagonists bring charisma and chemistry to the film.
What reviewers criticize
- Some reviewers felt the movie falls short in delivering a compelling story.
- Several TMDB reviewers described the film as boring or ridiculous.
The reviews behind this summary
| Posted | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-07 | 6/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2024-07 | 7/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2024-07 | 6/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2024-07 | 6/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2024-08 | 10/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
| 2024-08 | 5/10 | Read the full review on TMDB |
What Is Twisters About? (Spoiler-Free)
As storm season escalates, former storm chaser Kate Carter and social-media figure Tyler Owens encounter unprecedented weather events. The two and their rival teams must navigate multiple converging storm systems across central Oklahoma.
Twisters at a Glance
| Release date | 2024-07-10 |
|---|---|
| Genres | Action, Thriller |
| Runtime | 2 h 3 min (123 minutes) |
| Directed by | Lee Isaac Chung |
| Written by | Mark L. Smith, Joseph Kosinski |
| Top cast | Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anthony Ramos, Brandon Perea |
| US rating | PG-13 |
| Production | Universal Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures, Amblin Entertainment |
| Franchise | Twister Collection |
| More details | IMDb page · TMDB page |
Cast and Characters
- Daisy Edgar-Jones as Kate
- Glen Powell as Tyler
- Anthony Ramos as Javi
- Brandon Perea as Boone
- Maura Tierney as Cathy
- Harry Hadden-Paton as Ben
- Sasha Lane as Lily
- Daryl McCormack as Jeb
Behind the Camera
| Music by | Benjamin Wallfisch |
|---|---|
| Cinematography | Dan Mindel |
| Editing | Terilyn A. Shropshire |
| Producers | Frank Marshall, Patrick Crowley, Steven Spielberg, Ashley Jay Sandberg |
The Cast and Crew’s Track Record
Director Lee Isaac Chung manages a cast whose recent work averages between 6.7 and 7.8 on TMDB. Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, and Anthony Ramos anchor the production.
Other recent work from the lead cast of Twisters (since 2020):
| Actor | Recent project | Type | Role | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daisy Edgar-Jones avg 7.6/10 | Sense and Sensibility (2026) | Movie | Elinor Dashwood | 7.2/10 |
| Normal People (2020) | TV | Marianne Sheridan | 8.1/10 | |
| Where the Crawdads Sing (2022) | Movie | Kya Clark | 7.5/10 | |
| Under the Banner of Heaven (2022) | TV | Brenda Lafferty | 7.5/10 | |
| Glen Powell avg 7.8/10 | Top Gun: Maverick (2022) | Movie | Lt. Jake 'Hangman' Seresin | 8.2/10 |
| The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (2026) | Movie | Fox McCloud (voice) | 8.2/10 | |
| Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous (2020) | TV | Dave (voice) | 8.0/10 | |
| The Running Man (2025) | Movie | Ben Richards | 6.7/10 | |
| Anthony Ramos avg 6.7/10 | Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (2023) | Movie | Noah Diaz | 7.1/10 |
| The Bad Guys 2 (2025) | Movie | Piranha (voice) | 7.6/10 | |
| The Beauty (2026) | TV | Antonio / The Assassin | 6.7/10 | |
| Ironheart (2025) | TV | Parker Robbins | 5.3/10 |
Where It Fits in the Twister Collection
| Film | Released | TMDB score |
|---|---|---|
| Twister | May 10, 1996 | 6.6/10 |
| Twisters | Jul 10, 2024 | 6.7/10 |
Budget and Box Office
TMDB lists a production budget of $155,000,000 and worldwide revenue of $372,262,265, about 2.4 times the budget. These figures are as reported on TMDB and may be incomplete or not adjusted for marketing costs.
Release Timeline (US)
| Release | Date |
|---|---|
| Theatrical release | Jul 19, 2024 |
| Digital release | Aug 13, 2024 |
| Physical release | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Digital release | Nov 15, 2024 |
| Digital release | May 15, 2026 |
Where to Watch (US)
| Streaming | Hulu |
|---|---|
| Rent | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, FlixFling |
| Buy | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home |
Availability data from TMDB (provided by JustWatch), checked November 14, 2026. It changes often.
The Bottom Line
Twisters holds a 75% score on Rotten Tomatoes and 65/100 on Metacritic. It is a 123-minute production from Universal Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures, and Amblin Entertainment.
It may suit you if:
- Viewers interested in disaster spectacles and action films set in Oklahoma.
- Fans of the Twister Collection looking for a modern entry.
You might skip it if:
- Viewers who find the disaster genre predictable or prefer films without loud, intense storm sequences.
Movies Like Twisters
| Title | TMDB score | About |
|---|---|---|
| The Twisters (2024) | 5.8/10 | A deadly patchwork of destructive cyclones is on an apocalyptic path of convergence at a populated Midwest city center. |
| 13 Minutes (2021) | 5.8/10 | As a new day begins in the small American town of Minninnewah, the residents start their day as ordinary as the next. |
| Fall (2022) | 7.2/10 | For best friends Becky and Hunter, life is all about conquering fears and pushing limits. |
| Heart of the Beast (2026) | 7.5/10 | After a harrowing plane crash, Special Forces officer James Belmont and his combat dog, Odin, find themselves stranded deep in the Alaskan wilderness. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMDb rating of Twisters?
On November 14, 2026 the IMDb rating was 6.5/10 from 201,137 votes. It changes as people vote.
What is the Rotten Tomatoes score of Twisters?
Rotten Tomatoes listed 75% positive critic reviews on November 14, 2026.
Is Twisters one of the best-rated 2024 movies?
By TMDB audience score it ranks about #71 of 155 English-language titles with at least 500 votes, as of November 14, 2026.
How long is Twisters?
Twisters runs 2 h 3 min (123 minutes), according to TMDB.
Who stars in Twisters?
Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell, Anthony Ramos, Brandon Perea, Maura Tierney.
Data checked on November 14, 2026. Movie and TV data from TMDB. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Ratings via OMDb (IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic) where shown. Audience reviews belong to their authors on TMDB. Scores change over time; check the source for the latest numbers.
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