Spaced Invaders (1990): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Spaced Invaders is a 1990 adventure comedy directed by Patrick Read Johnson, starring Douglas Barr, Royal Dano and Fred Applegate. It runs 1 hour 40 minutes and earned $15.4 million worldwide. Critics gave it 38 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 40m (100 min)
- Director
- Patrick Read Johnson
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Buena Vista Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Spaced Invaders About?
The premise of Spaced Invaders without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A group of clumsy alien invaders sets their sights on Earth, believing Halloween night in Illinois to be the perfect opportunity for conquest. Their arrival triggers a series of comical mishaps and chaotic chases as they attempt to carry out their mission, leading to hilarious and unexpected consequences for everyone involved.
Spaced Invaders Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- spaceship
- martian
- misunderstanding
- sheriff
- farm
- farmer
- gas station
- truck
- robot
- alien invasion sci fi
- the war of the worlds radio broadcast
- town
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- 1930s
- slang
- shotgun
- illinois
- reservoir
- possessed by an alien
- alien uses a jack nicholson accent
- reference to a cousin
- green alien
- clown costume
- minefinder
- party
- deputy sheriff
- disguise
- human turned into a robot
- haystack
- drone
- run over by a car
- costume
- duck costume
- old woman
- alien wears a lakers t shirt
- gas station attendant
- green dust
- halloween party
- defecating on oneself
- mother son relationship
- mortgage
- singer
- reference to the los angeles lakers
- letter
- director co writer
- dog
- spacecraft
- alien wears dark glasses
- pig costume
- photograph
- uncle nephew relationship
Spaced Invaders Cast
Douglas Barr leads the cast, with Royal Dano and Fred Applegate. Directed by Patrick Read Johnson; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Patrick Read Johnson
Also Starring in Spaced Invaders
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More films directed by Patrick Read Johnson: The Genesis Code, When Good Ghouls Go Bad, Angus and Baby’s Day Out.
Spaced Invaders Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Spaced Invaders 38 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 38 Metascore
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TMDB 47% User score
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Spaced Invaders Plot Summary
What happens in Spaced Invaders from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
So, the narrative begins by introducing a galactic crisis as a race of aliens embarks on an ambitious invasion across various planets. However, their latest mission in the galaxy is becoming increasingly troublesome, leading to significant casualties. In response, the emperor appoints a new high admiral to oversee the operations, a strict leader who advises his three generals that deviations from the plan will not be tolerated. Furthermore, a terrifying disciplinary drone has been deployed to monitor every ship under the fleet for signs of rebellion. As one general voices his concerns, he meets an abrupt fate, which instills fear in the remaining two, compelling them to follow orders without question.
Full summary
The whole story of Spaced Invaders, scene by scene
Spaced Invaders Box Office
Spaced Invaders grossed $15.4 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$15.4M
- US & Canada
- $15.4M
Spaced Invaders Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Spaced Invaders.
How Well Do You Know Spaced Invaders?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the main mission of the aliens in 'Spaced Invaders'?
Cars in Spaced Invaders
11 cars on screen, including the 1951 Ford F-1 and the 1958 Ford F-250.
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1972 Cadillac Fleetwood Eldorado Minor role
Spaced Invaders Also Known As
20 alternative titles, including “Invasores do Espaço” and “Invasores por error”.
- Also known as
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- Invasores do Espaço
- Invasores por error
- Les extraterrestres en balade
- Marsista tullaan ja lujaa
- Marsista tullaan ja lujaa!
- Les marrrtiens !
- Martians - Ein Außerirdischer kommt selten allein
- ハロウィン・インベーダー/火星人襲来!?
- Najezdzcy z kosmosu
- Invasores Espaciais
- Завоеватели из космоса
- Космічні загарбники
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- Jorden tur och retur
- Locos invasores del espacio
- Spaced Invaders - Extraterrestri fuori di testa
- Космические захватчики
- Космические агрессоры
- Les Marrrtiens
- 太空入侵者
- 녹색 화성인
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Spaced Invaders FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Spaced Invaders, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Spaced Invaders?
Spaced Invaders runs 1 hour 40 minutes (100 minutes).
When was Spaced Invaders released?
Spaced Invaders was released on April 27, 1990.
Who directed Spaced Invaders?
Spaced Invaders was directed by Patrick Read Johnson.
More films by Patrick Read Johnson Who is in the cast of Spaced Invaders?
Spaced Invaders stars Douglas Barr, Royal Dano and Fred Applegate, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Spaced Invaders make at the box office?
Spaced Invaders grossed $15.4 million worldwide.
How is Spaced Invaders rated?
Spaced Invaders has 38 on Metacritic and 47% on TMDB.
Does Spaced Invaders have a post-credit scene?
No. Spaced Invaders has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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