Movie Review: Galaxy Quest

Stars: 5 out of 5

Pros: Funny look at the Star Trek series specifically and sci fi in general

Cons: If you aren't familiar with sci fi TV, you might not get it

The Bottom Line:

Spoofing formula

Has never been so funny

Many classic lines

Hilarious Star Trek Spoof

Star Trek has inspired many spoofs over the years, but none better than Galaxy Quest, which spoofs everything about the show, including the fans, in a loving and funny way.

Galaxy Quest was a very popular TV show from the late 70's, but the actors have not been able to move on with their careers and live on personal appearances. One day, they unknowingly agree to make an appearance for real aliens, the Thermians, and find themselves in space with a race that believe the shows were real. Now, they must learn to deal with each other and technology they made up to stay alive and save the Thermians from the evil Sarris who wants to destroy them all.

This movie is a must for Star Trek fans, but non-Trekkies will enjoy the humor as well. It manages to make fun of every aspect of the series, including the fans, while still using these elements to further the story. It focuses mainly on the original series with barbs at William Shattner and such cliches as the doomed new cast member, Kirk's luck with women, and cast ego problems. The cast gives a wonderful performance as actors out of their element trying not to give away who they really are to the aliens they have befriended. I find myself laughing all the way through this movie every time I watch it.

Since the DVD came out as one of the first, it includes some extras, but not as many as we are used to today. There's a quick behind the scenes look and the trailer as well as several deleted scenes. And the deleted scenes on the DVD are as funny as anything in the movie. The wide screen picture looks great and the full surround sound is wonderful.

Galaxy Quest is a pleasant comedy that should appeal to all ages. Pick up a copy and enjoy a relaxing evening is space.