MTV meet Irwin Allen

Rating: 5/10 (9 February 2003)

If it weren't for the enjoyable actors, fun fx, and fast pace, this movie would not be worth a rent. Pseudo-science and choppy, MTV-esque scenes, dominate what could have been an great movie. Landing a space shuttle on an asteroid is simply not a good idea folks. Dune buggy drilling rigs are even worse. Additionally, the characters garner little sympathy, in my opinion.
Fortunately Owen Wilson, Bruce Willis and cast save the film from total oblivion with comedy and fun antics. Willis shooting golf balls at a Greenpeace ship is simply hilarious. The fx are great, flattening cities and the like.
Compared to it's "sister" movie Deep Impact, Armageddon lacks in credible science, but excels in acting ability. Storyline for Deep Impact is a bit more realistic, but slower.
If you want to have a fun ride, and are not much worried about plot and science, take some time to view this pop culture hit.