15 space adventure movies like Guardians of the Galaxy

Guardians of the Galaxy has sparked interest in the epic space adventures known as Space Opera. These stories are set in space, with intergalactic elements, battles and futuristic societies. Politics, technology and interstellar travel are recurring themes. In addition to Star Wars, Star Trek and Dune, there are other interesting works that explore this subgenre. Below are 15 more titles in this sub-genre.

Starship Troopers

Directed by Paul Verhoeven, “Starship Troopers” is a masterpiece little assimilated by audiences and critics at the time of its release. It is currently being re-evaluated as a cult classic. The film is a mocking social satire of fascism wrapped up in a space adventure set in the distant future that nailed many of its criticisms.

Space pirates

Experienced horror director Stuart Gordon directed this hilarious B-movie, starring Dennis Hopper, Stephen Dorff and Debi Mazar. The feature film is a Space Opera with a lot of comedy and fun.

The black hole

Launched in 1979, it features advanced special effects for the time. “The Black Hole” mixes elements of space opera and suspense, creating an immersive and visually stunning atmosphere.

Lightning Gordon

Typical example of Space Opera, this feature film is based on the famous comic book character. With a soundtrack composed by Queen and a whimsical aesthetic, the film is considered a cult classic.

stargate

This film marked the beginning of the Stargate franchise and its success led to the development of TV series that expanded the Stargate universe. Starring Kurt Russell and James Spader, the film is based on the stargate that allows space travel through a stable wormhole.

The fifth element

When one thinks of space opera, ‘The Fifth Element’ is one of the movies that immediately comes to mind. Starring Bruce Willis and red-orange-haired Milla Jovovich, the film features a narrative full of action and adventure. Gary Oldman is the villain in this wacky and fast-paced adventure.

Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets

“Valerian” transports viewers to a world full of exotic creatures, surreal environments and advanced technologies. The film combines action, humor and romance in a typical Space Opera adventure.

Titan AE

“Titan AE” combines traditional animation and computer graphics set in a post-apocalyptic future where the Earth has been destroyed by aliens. In the story, a young man searches for a legendary spaceship to save the human race from extinction.

Serenity – The fight for tomorrow

Despite being canceled prematurely, the “Firefly” space opera series has found a loyal following that has turned it into a cult work. The desire for its continuation led to the release of the film “Serenity” in 2005, providing a satisfying closure to the characters and promising story of the show.

barbarella

Based on the adult comic of the same name, the film follows the adventures of space astronaut Barbarella in the distant future. Starring Jane Fonda, the play is a cult classic with a big impact on pop culture.

The fate of Jupiter

Directed by the Wachowski sisters, ‘Jupiter Ascending’ is a space opera with grandiose set design, impressive visual effects and thrilling action sequences. The film explores issues such as identity and the evils of the capitalist system.

ghosts of mars

“Ghosts of Mars” is a western set on the red planet in a dystopian future. Directed by John Carpenter, this masterpiece that combines action and horror was poorly received by critics and audiences at the time, but over the years it has gained the prestige it deserves and a legion of fans.

my enemy

“Inimigo Meu” tells the story of two rivals in a space conflict: a human soldier and an alien. After being displaced on a hostile planet and abandoned, the two end up forging a bond of genuine friendship.

Krull

Directed by Peter Yates, Krull combines swashbuckling stories with science fiction. The film is an interplanetary fantasy that mixes between a fairy tale and a space opera.

Deadly eclipse

This is the first film in the “Chronicles of Riddick” series, starring Vin Diesel as the enigmatic prisoner Richard B. Riddick. Action horror movie about survival in a hostile environment and fighting against alien creatures.

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