Starman (1984) movie poster

Starman (1984)

"In 1977 Voyager II was launched into space, inviting all lifeforms in the universe to visit our planet. Get ready. Company's coming."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 84%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 76% (RT: 83%, MC: 70) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Science FictionRomanceDrama

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Runtime
1h 55m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.9/10 (970 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
Metacritic
70
Cast
Jeff Bridges as Starman / Scott Hayden
Karen Allen as Jenny Hayden
Charles Martin Smith as Mark Shermin
Richard Jaeckel as George Fox
Robert Phalen as Major Bell
Tony Edwards as Sergeant Lemon
John Walter Davis as Brad Heinmuller
Ted White as Deer Hunter
Most people think so. 84% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 970 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 76%.
Overview
When an alien takes the form of a young widow's husband and asks her to drive him from Wisconsin to Arizona, the government tries to stop them. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Starman was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • John Carpenter cited several classic science fiction films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • During production of Starman, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
Audience Consensus

Starman is a 1984 science fiction, romance, drama film directed by John Carpenter. When an alien takes the form of a young widow's husband and asks her to drive him from Wisconsin to Arizona, the government tries to stop them. The film has been rated by 970 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a science fiction film, Starman 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. Starman (1984) 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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