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SpaceCamp

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Andie Bergstrom (Kate Capshaw), an astronaut eagerly awaiting her first trip to space, runs a summer camp for teenagers with her NASA-employed husband, Zach (Tom Skerritt). One night during an engine test, Andie and four teenage campers are accidentally shot into space. Together, the group -- which includes Kathryn (Lea Thompson), a pilot-in-training, and Tish (Kelly Preston), a ditz with a perfect memory -- must work together to operate the spacecraft and return home.

Critics Reviews

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Roger Ebert Chicago Sun-Times 01/01/2000
1.5/4
Would anyone like this movie? Juvenile space nuts, maybe. But they'd be too sophisticated. Go to Full Review Dan Webster Spokesman-Review (Washington) 07/27/2024
3/4
Despite being derivative of every film from E.T. to Short Circuit, this effort stands out because of director Harry Winer's ability behind the camera and, in general, the acting. Go to Full Review David Nusair Reel Film Reviews 04/21/2024
3/4
...an affable yet perpetually erratic endeavor... Go to Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy 10/03/2021
2/4
"This Summer's Greatest Adventure," blared the ads for SpaceCamp -- a blatant case of false advertising, considering such popular hits as Aliens and Top Gun were also released during that particular hot-weather stretch. Go to Full Review Mattie Lucas From the Front Row 06/04/2019
3/4
A spirited adventure featuring a delightful score by John Williams and a great group of kids that includes Leah Thompson, Tate Donovan, and Joaquin Phoenix in his film debut. Go to Full Review Betsy Bozdech DVDJournal.com 10/29/2006
2.5/4
Like The Goonies, Space Camp is one of those cheesy '80s classics you can't genuinely enjoy unless you were about ten the first time you saw it. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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Zach B @ZachBasham67 2d Takes too long to get going. It takes itself too seriously. Most of the jokes aren’t funny either. The movie is extremely forgettable See more Sunn C. @Sunnchilde Oct 27 This was unadulterated good fun. The cast worked well together the story satisfies. Yes, at times it’s silly. So what. Try to remember that you’re there for a good time. See more Carlos I May 28 Despite its undeniably silly and implausible premise, Space Camp remains a fun little adventure film perfectly suited for kiddies. It's a charming 80s relic that, while not striving for realism, delivers enough excitement and inspiration to spark the imaginations of young aspiring astronauts. See more Tara D Apr 22 Yes, this movie is a bit cheesy. I think that's part of the fun! Fun to watch! See more Luke S 01/08/2024 There is nothing to hate about this movie. It needs a modern update, but... who cares? I thought it was fun. Not brilliant... but.... not bad. See more Steve D 03/06/2023 If you can get past the ridiculous set up you will have a lot of fun. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Harry Winer

Director

Kate Capshaw

Andie Burkstroom

Lea Thompson

Kathryn Fairly

Kelly Preston

Tish

Larry B. Scott

Rudy Tyler

Joaquin Phoenix

Max

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Movie Info

Synopsis Andie Bergstrom (Kate Capshaw), an astronaut eagerly awaiting her first trip to space, runs a summer camp for teenagers with her NASA-employed husband, Zach (Tom Skerritt). One night during an engine test, Andie and four teenage campers are accidentally shot into space. Together, the group -- which includes Kathryn (Lea Thompson), a pilot-in-training, and Tish (Kelly Preston), a ditz with a perfect memory -- must work together to operate the spacecraft and return home.
Director
Harry Winer
Producer
Walter Coblenz, Patrick Bailey
Distributor
Anchor Bay Entertainment, 20th Century Fox
Rating
PG
Genre
Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 6, 1986, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 11, 2020
Box Office (Gross USA)
$9.1M
Runtime
1h 47m
Sound Mix
Surround