Mom and Dad Save the World

Mom and Dad Save the World

1992 · 88 min · EN · PG · 4.9 (91 votes)
Dir. Greg Beeman · Starring Teri Garr, Jeffrey Jones, Jon Lovitz, Thalmus Rasulala, Wallace Shawn, Eric Idle · Music Jerry Goldsmith

“Boldly going where no parents have gone before.”

AdventureComedyFamilyScience FictionAction

Emperor Spengo sees Marge Nelson and using a giant magnet, kidnaps her and her husband Dick, hoping to make Marge his before blowing up the Earth. The Emperor and other inhabitants of his planet are somewhat less than bright, and Dick begins reliving episodes of Flash Gordon and Buck Rogers in order to rescue Marge, save the Earth, and restore the rightful emperor to the throne.

VIBE

This is a silly, low-stakes sci-fi romp with a surprisingly charming core. Expect goofy aliens, a bizarre premise, and a general sense of fun that feels like a forgotten gem from a bygone era of television.

campygoofylightheartedabsurdiststeady80s sci-fiB-movielow-budget charmalien invasionmarital blisssci-fi comedy
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