![]() ![]() Here are a few reasons I think Galaxy Quest is worth checking out.Įven if you have no knowledge of the science fiction genre, Galaxy Quest is worth watching simply for the comedy. Protector save the day? You’ll have to watch to find out. The crew of Galaxy Quest accidentally stumbles into a real adventure when a group of actual aliens, the Thermians, thinking the show’s episodes are “historical documents”, recruit this troop of actors to stop a hostile takeover from a ruthless alien warlord, Sarris. This group of jaded actors is especially jaded by their former “Captain”, Jason Nesmith whose ego and his fellow cast members’ loathing is apparently unrecognizable to him.Īfter overhearing a conversation in a convention bathroom, Jason learns that his friends can’t stand him and that his fans think him “pathetic.” (This scene is based on an actual experience William Shatner had at a 1986 Star Trek convention, according to IMDB). The cast of Galaxy Quest is relegated to the con circuit and small commercial appearances to eke out a living after the end of their series. Galaxy Quest tells the story of the cast of a classic science fiction television show of the same name, with their acting careers in the proverbial toilet. ![]() Did you catch Galaxy Quest when it originally premiered? Check out the trailer for Galaxy Quest and we’ll get started with #WayBackWednesday. Even without that knowledge, I’m certain I’d have enjoyed Galaxy Quest all on its own as a brilliant lampoon of the science fiction genre, particularly as it pertains to science fiction television in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. In fact, I’m fairly certain I’d only seen The Original Series at that point and maybe a little bit of The Next Generation. The first time I saw Galaxy Quest, I’d not quite finished my watch-through of every series and film of Star Trek. ![]() Sit back, relax, and enjoy #WayBackWednesday. I’ll be highlighting one throwback movie a week, offering a spoiler-free review of the film, any throwback thoughts from my childhood, and where you can watch the movie yourself. On Fangirlish, you can now look forward to a retro review from me each Wednesday in this column. Personally, I’m a bit of a retrophile and tend to watch more older flicks than newer ones. We’re all stuck in the house, right? There’s never been a better time to dig into those retro movies that you’ve always wanted to watch, but never had the time for. ![]()
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