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A parody of and homage to science-fiction films and series, especially Star Trek and its fandom, the film depicts the cast of a fictional cult television series, Galaxy Quest, who are drawn into a real interstellar conflict by actual aliens who think the series is an accurate documentary.
Dec 31, 2019 · The story of a motley crew of washed up actors catapulted into an interstellar incident after being mistaken for the characters they played on a cancelled sci-fi show, Galaxy Quest was a...
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Oct 4, 2023 · With its star-studded cast, witty dialogue, and hilarious spoof on the world of fandom, Galaxy Quest has managed to carve out its own special place in cinematic history. In this article, we’ll delve into 37 fascinating facts about the movie, from its inception to its lasting impact on pop culture.
Dec 27, 2019 · But one of Galaxy Quest’s secret weapons is its wholly original alien species: the Thermians. Bi-pedal cephalopods in their true form, they spend the majority of the movie in human guise,...
- Galaxy Quest had to cut out some salty language in order to get a PG rating. But some of the original dialogue is easy enough to spot. For instance, during a memorable scene, Sigourney Weaver yells, “Screw that!”
- Galaxy Quest took aim at film critics—at least one specific film critic—before it even hit the big screen. You know the movie's big baddie, Sarris? He was reportedly named after film critic Andrew Sarris, who was outspoken about his dislike of producer Mark Johnson’s previous effort, The Natural.
- Alan Rickman’s Galaxy Quest character was originally a knight. Well, kind of. His Alexander Dane was supposed to have been the recipient of an honorary knighting by Queen Elizabeth, but Rickman himself thought that such an event didn’t work with his character.
- A fake documentary about Galaxy Quest aired on E! in 1999. Galaxy Quest: 20th Anniversary, The Journey Continues was a mockumentary that (quite effectively) tapped into the movie's universe and attempted to chronicle the making of the fake Galaxy Quest television show that inspired the satirical film.
Mar 21, 2016 · Galaxy Quest could have been a forgettable Star Trek spoof — but instead, it’s become a beloved science fiction comedy, which has been voted one of the best Star Trek movies of all time. How ...
Sep 27, 2019 · Galaxy Quest follows a group of washed-up actors who are famous for a TV show that was canceled years ago; it’s basically the life story of everyone from the original Star Trek series. When those actors are abducted by aliens, they suddenly have to go on a real adventure.
