Backtime (1998): cast, story & where to watch

1998 · Film · ★ 2

Backtime poster

Released in 1998, Backtime is a science fiction film directed by Steven Miller. “The future just got better.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Ex-lovers Jase and Kayla find themselves caught in a time loop when they're whisked to "The Time Chamber" by an eternal robot named Sarge (Baker) and his time refugee sidekick Zymo. Now they must restore the continuity of time, stop the time terrorists, save the world and fall in love all over again.

Who’s in it. Backtime stars Adam Fitzhugh, Amanda Coleman, S.K. Freund and Stephen MacDougall, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Backtime has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Backtime page.

If you liked it. Fans of Backtime tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Backtime (1998)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Backtime change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Backtime worth watching?
Backtime holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Backtime?
Backtime stars Adam Fitzhugh, Amanda Coleman, S.K. Freund, Stephen MacDougall and Oona Kersey.
When was Backtime released?
Backtime was released in 1998.