Galaxy Quest

Name: Galaxy Quest
Genre: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Comedy
Released: December 25, 1999
Duration: 102 min
Rating: 70
Cast: Sigourney Weaver, Tim Allen

1999

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DreamWorks Distribution | Release Date: December 25, 1999 | PG

Starring: Sigourney Weaver, Tim Allen

Summary: Nearly twenty years after their hit TV seriers was canceled, the five stars of "Galaxy Quest" are still in costume, making appearances at science fiction conventions for their legions of die-hard fans. They unexpectedly find themselves back in action when a group of aliens arrive at a convention and whisk Commander Taggart (Allen) and hisNearly twenty years after their hit TV seriers was canceled, the five stars of "Galaxy Quest" are still in costume, making appearances at science fiction conventions for their legions of die-hard fans. They unexpectedly find themselves back in action when a group of aliens arrive at a convention and whisk Commander Taggart (Allen) and his crew into space to help them in their all-too-real war against a deadly adversary. (Dreamworks)… Expand

Director: Dean Parisot

Genre(s): Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Comedy

Rating: PG

Runtime: 102 min

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Mick LaSalle

More than one joke or one idea. It's a thoroughly satisfying comedy --and a respectable space adventure, as well. Read full review

Jonathan Foreman

An affectionate, often clever and unflaggingly funny satire.

Michael O'Sullivan

The wisecracks fly fast and furious Read full review

Steven Rea

It's quite a lot of fun.

Amy Taubin

The many eight-to-11-year-olds in the audience seemed completely enthralled. Read full review

Paula Nechak

Instead of making fun of the series' fans and their lifestyle, Galaxy Quest targets actors and how an onscreen image can forever lock a performer in a particular role. And that proves to be its saving grace. Read full review

TNT RoughCut Christopher Brandon

It seems as if it was made by people who have never actually watched an episode of Star Trek. So all the old poke-fun-at-Trekkies cliches are here.

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roddersj04

Jan 1, 2011

"By Grabthar's hammer, by the suns of Warvan, you shall be avenged!" After the dissapointments into the Star Trek franchise that were Voyager, Enterprise and Nemesis, I like to think that line is suitable for all trekkies. And we were avenged, with a brilliant satire known as...Galaxy Quest!"By Grabthar's hammer, by the suns of Warvan, you shall be avenged!" After the dissapointments into the Star Trek franchise that were Voyager, Enterprise and Nemesis, I like to think that line is suitable for all trekkies. And we were avenged, with a brilliant satire known as...Galaxy Quest! This could have turned out so rubbish, been another "Date Movie" or "Meet The Spartans". So what happened? It had good writers, who knew to spoof Star Trek whilst keeping respect for the series and the fans. The actors play their roles brilliantly, from Allen's Shatner-esque role (complete with the attitude) to Rickman's self-hating take on Mr Spock. Sam Rockwell has a good turn also, as the terrified once-redshirt, humourously awaiting his end. The great references to original Trek ("There goes the shirt again") really make this a must see for all Star Trek fans. The battle of Jason Nesmith VS The Rock Monster had an "Amok Time" feel to it The idea is bonkers, stars of space-set TV show taken to space by aliens who believe the TV show was real. And it works, providing laughs all throughout. It also provides heart, like when Quellek is killed. There should not be a dry eye in the house when Lazarus recites his catchphrase for his dying ally. I rate this as a must see, especially for Trek fans.… Expand

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kitty

Jul 6, 2008

This is one of my all time favorite movies, it is hilarious and a pretty original story. Overall no complaints.

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RobMarr75

Jul 16, 2023

A perfect movie, for anyone who is a fan of Star Trek and has a sense of humor. Surprisingly good performance by Tim Allen, and amazing performances by the rest of the cast. The stars aligned for this director, and the movie will have you rooting for the characters in spite of theA perfect movie, for anyone who is a fan of Star Trek and has a sense of humor. Surprisingly good performance by Tim Allen, and amazing performances by the rest of the cast. The stars aligned for this director, and the movie will have you rooting for the characters in spite of the impossibly goofy plot elements. It's a shame you won't be seeing it in the theater. Only thing that would have been better is if they had left the big swear word in. :-D… Expand

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SchnitzelPoof

Nov 24, 2018

It's a really fun film, that manages to both entertain and make you laugh. It also nailed the awe of flying a spaceship for the first time better than the serious shows ever did.
As a side note, I never thought Sigourney Weaver was attractive, but in this movie... damn.
In short, aIt's a really fun film, that manages to both entertain and make you laugh. It also nailed the awe of flying a spaceship for the first time better than the serious shows ever did.
As a side note, I never thought Sigourney Weaver was attractive, but in this movie... damn.
In short, a pleasantly surprising film.… Expand

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Hyliad

Oct 7, 2011

Of course it can be funny for everyone, but every people who have watch a Star Trek episode, reference of even an other parody is able to watch it. Good actors (mainly Sigourney Weaver and of course Alan Rickman, simply hilarious has a pseudo-vulcan), respective mockery, tons of good ideasOf course it can be funny for everyone, but every people who have watch a Star Trek episode, reference of even an other parody is able to watch it. Good actors (mainly Sigourney Weaver and of course Alan Rickman, simply hilarious has a pseudo-vulcan), respective mockery, tons of good ideas for an excellent comedy.… Expand

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CoreGamer1408

Dec 14, 2018

Kind of a parody spoof of Star Trek, but it does have serious tone with the alien genocide plot. All the cast and crew are likeable and the fish out of water comedy elements really work well. Lots of in-joke and cool references for Trekie fans for sure.

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WesM.

Jul 13, 2008

Dunno; I feel like the camp and cheese found in here was a sign of what was to come from director Parisot.

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