Journey to the Center of the Earth

Name: Journey to the Center of the Earth
Genre: Action, Science Fiction, Adventure, Comedy, Family
Released: 2008-07-10
Cast: Brendan Fraser, Josh Hutcherson, Anita Briem, Seth Meyers, Jean Michel Paré

2008 | 93 min | Action, Science Fiction, Adventure, Comedy, Family

Weeknight Watch

Why it’s a Weeknight Watch

It's still drawing plenty of interest, but middling reviews (59% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 6.1 out of 10 from audiences held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who wants a laugh, sci-fi fans and action fans.
The mood: Light and funny, feel-good.
The pace: Fast-moving, at 1 hr 33 min.
What might put you off: Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.

On a quest to find out what happened to his missing brother, a scientist, his nephew and their mountain guide discover a fantastic and dangerous lost world in the center of the earth.

How it earned its rating

CriticsBelow par
59% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesBelow par
6.1 out of 10
AwardsWeak
1 win and 3 nominations from smaller awards and festivals
Box office & staying powerSolid
$102 million worldwide on a $45 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 303K people sought it out in the past year