The Space Movie (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1980, The Space Movie is a documentary film directed by Tony Palmer, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. 1969's Apollo 11 mission to the moon is highlighted in this tribute to the history of the United States' space program.
Who’s in it. The Space Movie stars Neil Armstrong as Himself.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, The Space Movie has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Night Flight Plus and Eternal Family and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Space Movie page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Space Movie tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Space Movie (1980)?
- In US, The Space Movie is available to stream on Night Flight Plus and Eternal Family, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Space Movie worth watching?
- The Space Movie holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Space Movie?
- The Space Movie stars Neil Armstrong.
- When was The Space Movie released?
- The Space Movie was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.