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The mayor ignores the scientist. The tornado doesn't care about politics. Chaos ensues.

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Tornado Warning (2002)

So Bad It's Good90s TV EnergyDisaster Cheese

Overview

Action TV Movie

A scientist (Gerald McRaney) perfects a tornado-warning system and tries to convince residents of a nearby town that a deadly twister is approaching.

Content warning

tornado disaster movie

Standout Aspects

Practical Effects

Charming DIY tornado effects that wobble adorably.

Acting

Gerald McRaney commits harder than this movie deserves.

Best for:Streaming: Perfect for ironic Tuesday night viewing with snacks.·Friends: Group roast material. Everyone yells at the mayor.·Background: You can look up whenever glass starts flying.

Heads up:Emotional: Some townsfolk don't make it. You won't cry though.

Director

Tibor Takács

ReleasedSep 13, 2002

Runtime1h 24m

StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacefast

Intensitymedium

Tonemixed

Feellight

Top Cast

Gerald McRaney

Dr. Jake Arledge

Thea Gill

Dee Mazur

David Millbern

Kirt Reid

Steve Braun

Mark Scott

Joan Van Ark

Mayor McAnders

Michael Zelniker

Steve

Blake Taylor

Ted

Onalee Ames

Mrs. Whiteson

Robert Huculak

Mr. Whiteson

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Trivia

Director Tibor Takács also made the cult classic THE GATE (1987), proving he knows exactly what kind of movie he's making.

Cultural

This came two years after Twister's massive success, when every network rushed out cheap disaster TV movies. The practical effects budget here was reportedly under $50,000.

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