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St. Helens is a 1981 HBO disaster film directed by Ernest Pintoff and based on the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens in Washington State. Released one year after the event, it dramatizes the volcanic crisis and the people living and working around the mountain as warning signs intensify.
The film belongs to the disaster and true-story tradition, using a recent natural catastrophe as the basis for a fictionalized television narrative.
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How good is St. Helens?
St. Helens scores 6.15/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Disaster Film category.
What are the best alternatives to St. Helens?
See our alternatives page for St. Helens for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Volcano: Fire on the Mountain, Super Eruption, Skyfire.
How does St. Helens compare to Volcano: Fire on the Mountain?
See our detailed comparison of St. Helens vs Volcano: Fire on the Mountain with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is St. Helens worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.15/10, St. Helens is a solid option in Disaster Film. See all Disaster Film ranked.
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