3rd Rock from the Sun (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Series · ★ 7.5
Released in 1996, 3rd Rock from the Sun is a family, sci-fi & fantasy, comedy and drama series.
What it’s about. The high commander of an alien expedition lands on Earth -- what he considers to be the least-important planet -- in human form as Dick Solomon. Along for the ride are his alien compatriots Harry, Sally and Tommy -- who is the eldest of the group but is now angrily trapped in a teen's body.
Who’s in it. 3rd Rock from the Sun stars John Lithgow as Dick Solomon, Kristen Johnston as Sally Solomon, Jane Curtin as Mary Albright and Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Tommy Solomon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, 3rd Rock from the Sun has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 3rd Rock from the Sun page.
If you liked it. Fans of 3rd Rock from the Sun tend to enjoy Anne with an E, Gravity Falls, Over the Garden Wall and Big Time Rush.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 3rd Rock from the Sun (1996)?
- In US, 3rd Rock from the Sun is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is 3rd Rock from the Sun worth watching?
- 3rd Rock from the Sun holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family, sci-fi & fantasy, comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in 3rd Rock from the Sun?
- 3rd Rock from the Sun stars John Lithgow, Kristen Johnston, Jane Curtin, Joseph Gordon-Levitt and French Stewart.
- When was 3rd Rock from the Sun released?
- 3rd Rock from the Sun was released in 1996.