Watch Mystery Science Theater 3000: Teenagers from Outer Space
- TV-PG
- 1962
- 1 hr 33 min
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8.2 (662)
In the science fiction comedy "Mystery Science Theater 3000: Teenagers from Outer Space," a group of teen aliens comes to Earth in search of a new home, but their plans are complicated by a rebellious member of their own species who has no interest in settling down. The film follows their adventures as they navigate the strange new world of human society and face off against government agents and a band of plucky teens.
The film was released in 1992 and stars Trace Beaulieu, Joel Hodgson, and Jim Mallon, who also produced and directed the film. The trio, known collectively as the "Mystery Science Theater 3000" crew, are famous for their irreverent commentary on classic B-movies and cult films, and "Teenagers from Outer Space" is no exception.
The film begins with a spaceship landing in a desert outside a small town, and a group of teenagers emerging from the ship. The teens are led by Derek (David Love), who has been sent to Earth by his father to scout out a new planet for their species to colonize. Derek is a good-natured and well-intentioned alien, but he's also naive and easily influenced by the rebellious alien Thor (Bryan Grant), who wants to use Earth as a base from which to launch an invasion of other planets.
As Derek and his friends explore their new surroundings, they encounter a group of human teenagers who are out for a drive in the desert. The humans are understandably startled to see aliens walking around, but they quickly befriend Derek and his companions. Along the way, they also run into a pair of government agents (played by actor and comedian Robert Ito and actress Cheryl "Rainbeaux" Smith), who are trying to track down the aliens and prevent them from causing any harm.
As the plot unfolds, Derek and his friends try to find a way to appease Thor and prevent him from causing trouble, while also dealing with the government agents and trying to fit into human society. The movie is full of classic sci-fi tropes, from ray guns to giant monsters, and the "Mystery Science Theater 3000" crew have a field day riffing on the film's cheesy special effects and melodramatic plot.
One of the highlights of "Teenagers from Outer Space" is the relationship between Derek and his human girlfriend, Betty (Dawn Bender). Betty is initially frightened by the aliens, but she quickly warms to Derek and falls in love with him. Their romance is sweet and innocent, and it provides a much-needed counterpoint to the wackiness and absurdity of the film's other elements.
Overall, "Mystery Science Theater 3000: Teenagers from Outer Space" is a fun and entertaining movie that will appeal to fans of classic sci-fi and humorous commentary. The film's low-budget effects and hammy acting are ripe for parody, and the "Mystery Science Theater 3000" crew are more than up to the task. The film is goofy, silly, and occasionally touching, and it's a great way to spend an evening if you're in the mood for some lighthearted sci-fi fun.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Teenagers from Outer Space is a 1962 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 33 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 8.2.