I have not watched this film since…late 80s maybe?
I’m amazed at how much fun it still is! I absolutely love the “space-pirate” aesthetic, complete with sabers and eye patches, and I am amazed at some of the cast members! Angelica Huston and Ron Perlman?!
The Ice Pirates
A totally SPACED adventure! ...You have to be there to see it.
Rating
2.5 (1)
Release Date
3/16/1984Runtime
94 minsOverview
In the not too distant future, where by far the most precious commodity in the galaxy is water. The last surviving water planet was somehow removed to the unreachable centre of the galaxy at the end of the galactic trade wars. The galaxy is ruled by an evil emperor presiding over a trade oligarchy that controls all mining and sale of ice from asteroids and comets.
Status
ReleasedOriginal Language
EnglishBudget
$9,000,000Revenue
$14,250,000Homepage
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How It Feels
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A campy space adventure that throws together pirate thrills, slapstick comedy, and pulpy sci-fi worldbuilding with gleeful disregard for coherence. It's a romp through a ridiculous galaxy that knows exactly how silly it is.
Mood
PlayfulAbsurdExhilarating
Themes
FreedomPowerSurvival
Tone
Comedic
Pacing
Brisk
Look
Stylized genreHigh-contrast
Structure
Linear
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