Mom and Dad Save the World

Name: Mom and Dad Save the World
Director: Greg Beeman
Genre: Adventure, Comedy, Family, Science Fiction, Action
Released: 1992-01-01
Duration: 88 min
Rating: 4.8
Cast: Teri Garr, Jeffrey Jones, Jon Lovitz, Thalmus Rasulala, Wallace Shawn

1992Dir. Greg Beeman1h 28m

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Runtime1h 28m

Released1992

Budget$14M

Box office$2M

DirectorGreg Beeman

About This Movie

So, 'Mom and Dad Save the World' is a real trip, blending action, adventure, and a hearty dose of comedy. The plot’s a wild ride — Emperor Spengo kidnaps Marge to make her his queen, dragging her and her husband, Dick, into a battle for Earth. The humor skews a bit zany, and it’s evident they were going for that goofy, campy vibe reminiscent of old sci-fi serials. The practical effects are a mix of charming and questionable, which adds to its quirky charm. You’ve got Dick channeling Flash Gordon and Buck Rogers, creating this almost self-aware narrative that doesn’t take itself too seriously. The performances are playful, especially from the leads, who seem to embrace the absurdity of it all.

Features zany practical effects that add to its charm.Captures a playful, self-aware take on sci-fi tropes.Distinctive performances that embrace the absurdity of the plot.