Morons from Outer Space (1985)

Morons from Outer Space (1985)
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In this partially successful Brit sci-fi comedy, four invading aliens cannot really think their way out of a paper bag, much less conquer Earth with their superior knowledge (apparently also non-existent). Of the aliens, Desmond (Jimmy Nail) is particularly thick-headed and leaves Bernard (Mel Smith) dangling out in space, Sandra (Joanne Pearce) attracts the romantic interest of British Commander Matteson (Dinsdale Landen), and Julian (Paul Brown) is along for the ride. After this trio causes a traffic snarl when they land on a British expressway, they are first interrogated and then given jobs in showbiz so they can support themselves. This leads to a great rock singing career, which in turn, leads to a U.S. tour -- though this does not equate rock singers and aliens. Meanwhile, Bernard has been saved from his abandonment in space by an unlikely space-wanderer who drops him off in the U.S., where he is put in an insane asylum. Sure enough, when his three companions start their U.S. tour, Bernard escapes and tries to rejoin them. The saga continues on until some sort of very unlikely rescue seems in store. ~ Eleanor Mannikka, Rovi

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Starring:
Mel Smith, Griff Rhys Jones, (more)
Director(s):
Mike Hodges
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Morons from Outer Space

In this partially successful Brit sci-fi comedy, four invading aliens cannot really think their way out of a paper bag, much less conquer Earth with their superior knowledge (apparently also non-existent). Of the aliens, Desmond (Jimmy Nail) is particularly thick-headed and leaves Bernard (Mel Smith) dangling out in space, Sandra (Joanne Pearce) attracts the romantic interest of British Commander Matteson (Dinsdale Landen), and Julian (Paul Brown) is along for the ride. After this trio causes a traffic snarl when they land on a British expressway, they are first interrogated and then given jobs in showbiz so they can support themselves. This leads to a great rock singing career, which in turn, leads to a U.S. tour -- though this does not equate rock singers and aliens. Meanwhile, Bernard has been saved from his abandonment in space by an unlikely space-wanderer who drops him off in the U.S., where he is put in an insane asylum. Sure enough, when his three companions start their U.S. tour, Bernard escapes and tries to rejoin them. The saga continues on until some sort of very unlikely rescue seems in store. ~ Eleanor Mannikka, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
90 mins

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Director(s):
Mike Hodges
Writer(s):
Griff Rhys Jones, Bob Mercer, Mel Smith
Producer(s):
Verity Lambert, Barry Hanson
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG13(Adult Humor, Adult Situations, Questionable for Children, Adult Language, Violence)
Categories:
Comedy
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    Tom H.

    So I like British Comedies and this one is surprisingly funny. It is also quite well done, despite some story uneveness here and there (not unusual for British Comedy). Count this as a parody on Dr. Strangelove with bits and pieces of Close Encounters, etc. I actually think this is funnier than Spaceballs, but not everyone will agree. There is a very brief bit of full male nudity, which is not unusual for the Brits. It fits and likely draws the PG-13 rating. Anyway, the violence is more slapstick than anything else. I gave it 3-1/2 stars (7/10) and a big thanks for MGM to release this gem. Definitely not for everyone, especially if you don't appreciate British humor.

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    Jorel B.

    It is well known that British Humour is very different from American Humour, and this movie is no exception. That doesn't stop it from being genuinely interesting or amusing, it simply requires one to realize things aren't going to turn out quite how you think. For a 1985 movie, the effects are well done, but that's not why you're watching the movie. Storyline wise, it's really a fascinating take on how Britain would deal with aliens and even what they think of the genre. However, the ending was.. unexpected, I suppose. I think unsatisfying would be more appropriate, but on the whole not a BAD movie. I'd watch it again, but probably not any time soon.

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