It's Alive is a 1974 American horror film written, produced, and directed by Larry Cohen. In the film, a couple's infant child turns out to be a vicious mutant monster that kills when frightened. Notable talents involved in the movie were Bernard Herrmann who composed the score (noted for his work on many films of Alfred Hitchcock) and Rick Baker for makeup and puppet effects. The film was followed by two sequels, It Lives Again (1978) and It's Alive III: Island of the Alive (1987) and a remake, It's Alive (2008).
It's Alive

PG1h 31m5.8

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A young couple's happiness is shattered when their newborn baby undergoes a mysterious transformation, revealing a terrifying creature with a short fuse and a penchant for violent outbursts whenever it senses fear.

It Lives Again

R1h 30m5.2

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A nationwide outbreak of terrifying, infantile creatures threatens the very existence of humanity.

It's Alive III: Island of the Alive

R1h 35m4.9

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In this gripping drama, a group of mutant babies, relocated to a deserted island by court order, face a new wave of injustice at the hands of the legal system and media. As their guardian fights back, a daring rescue mission unfolds to save the children from further harm.

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