Planet 888 (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1985, Planet 888 is a science fiction and animation film directed by Vladimir Mailian, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. Two cosmonauts arrive on a barren world and begin a clean-up operation. In the course of their duties, they revive the planet’s civilisation and discover the real reason for its devastation- thermonuclear war. Produced after the peak of tensions in the late Cold War, this animated short from Armenfilm reflects a muted optimism that humanity might- just- avoid total destruction. It also demonstrates the strength of animation under the Soviet system, where even the smaller state studios were capable of inventive but technically polished work.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Planet 888 sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Eternal Family. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Planet 888 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Planet 888 tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Planet 888 (1985)?
- In US, Planet 888 is available to stream on Eternal Family. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Planet 888 worth watching?
- Planet 888 holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction and animation. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Planet 888 released?
- Planet 888 was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.