Dark Star (1974) movie poster

Dark Star (1974)

"Bombed Out in Space with a Spaced Out Bomb!"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 70% (RT: 74%, MC: 66) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyScience Fiction

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Runtime
1h 23m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.0/10 (635 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
74%
Metacritic
66
Cast
Brian Narelle as Lt. Doolittle
Cal Kuniholm as Boiler
Dan O'Bannon as Sgt. Pinback alias Bill Fruge
Dre Pahich as Talby
Adam Beckenbaugh as Bomb #20 (voice)
Nick Castle as Alien
Joe Saunders as Commander Powell (voice)
Cookie Knapp as Muttercomputer (voice)
Most people think so. 75% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 635 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 70%.
Overview
A group of scientists are sent on a mission to destroy unstable planets. Twenty years into their mission, they have to battle their alien mascot as well as a "sensitive" and intelligent bombing device that starts to question the meaning of its existence. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The iconic poster for Dark Star was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 1974 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Dark Star is a 1974 comedy, science fiction film directed by John Carpenter. A group of scientists are sent on a mission to destroy unstable planets. Twenty years into their mission, they have to battle their alien mascot as well as a "sensitive" and intelligent bombing device that starts to question the meaning of its existence.

The film has been rated by 635 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Dark Star delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Dark Star (1974) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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