Garbage Theory (2021): cast, story & where to watch

2021 · Film

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Released in 2021, Garbage Theory is a comedy and science fiction film directed by Ákos Badits, running about 80 minutes.

What it’s about. Űrpiknik / Garbage Theory is a dramedy webbed through with the elements of sci-fi, which tells the story of one night spent by an alien lacking self-appreciation and a troubled university student in Budapest. Panna is a lonely university student who is incapable of forming human relationships, until Boy, the self-loathing alien arrives due to her signals sent to space. Boy tells Panna that the planet is doomed and he is only interested in saving his one admired artist, Sarolta Zalatnay. The two strangers form a unit, Panna helps Boy to fulfill his plan, and the alien takes her to the unknown planet in return. Panna and Boy meet unusual characters and extraordinary situations during the adventure lasting a night, which open up the world in front of them; Panna learns to form bonds and Boy finds home in the universe: on planet Earth.

Who’s in it. Garbage Theory stars Lili Walters as Panna, Zalán Takács as Űrlény, Attila Árpa as Ervin and Zalatnay Sarolta, among others.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Garbage Theory tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Garbage Theory (2021)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Garbage Theory change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Garbage Theory?
Garbage Theory stars Lili Walters, Zalán Takács, Attila Árpa, Zalatnay Sarolta and Benjámin Lengyel.
When was Garbage Theory released?
Garbage Theory was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.