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Galaxy of Terror

1981·Movie
1h 21min·R
39
WeakGoodWatch score

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High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Terrifying and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Scare9
  • Tension8
  • Violence8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wonder4
  • Pathos3
  • Nostalgia3

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor6
  • Absurdist Humor3
  • Cringe Humor2

World

The future and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Novelty6
  • Dialogue Centrality4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Visual Stylization7
  • Sound Centrality7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightSolo WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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You need an uplifting moodGraphic violence bothers youYou scare easilyYou're watching with family

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ALIEN was the beginning… Hell Has Just Been Relocated!

As a lone spaceship proceeds on its long voyage across space, the crew are surprised to encounter a strange pyramid form. Surprise turns to horror as one by one, they discover that their darkest nightmares are all starting to become real. The pyramid has to be behind it all somehow, but how can they save themselves from its influence?
B-Movie HorrorSpace HorrorExploitationGothic HorrorGoreCult ClassicNightmare HorrorCampyCosmic Horror

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Galaxy of Terror legally?

Galaxy of Terror is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and AMC+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Kanopy, and Fandango at Home Free. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Galaxy of Terror worth watching?

39
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 39/100 (IMDb 5, Rotten Tomatoes 36%, and Metacritic 38). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Galaxy of Terror rated?

RViolenceNuditySexual contentDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Galaxy of Terror?

1 h 21 min

Galaxy of Terror runs 1 h 21 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Galaxy of Terror?

Critics37
Audiences38

Yes. Critics average 37 and audiences 38 out of 100, so both groups see Galaxy of Terror much the same way.

What language is Galaxy of Terror in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Galaxy of Terror?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Galaxy of Terror in 21 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Galaxy of Terror use?

Messy MaggotsClosed CircleYou Kill It, You Bought ItOut with a BangDeath WorldDumb BlondeThe Dog Was the MastermindBig Creepy-CrawliesMan on FireVomit Indiscretion ShotHoist by His Own PetardAn Arm and a Legand 17 more

TV Tropes lists 29 storytelling tropes for Galaxy of Terror, including Messy Maggots, Closed Circle, You Kill It, You Bought It.