Planet 51
When Earth astronaut Capt. Chuck Baker arrives on Planet 51 -- a world reminiscent of American suburbia circa 1950 -- he tries to avoid capture, recover his spaceship and make it home safely, all with the help of an empathetic little green being.
Release Year
2009
Runtime
91 min
Audience Score
5.9
Genres
Animation, Family, Comedy, Science Fiction
Story Snapshot
When Earth astronaut Capt. Chuck Baker arrives on Planet 51 -- a world reminiscent of American suburbia circa 1950 -- he tries to avoid capture, recover his spaceship and make it home safely, all with the help of an empathetic little green being.
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Planet 51 is a uplifting pick with easy complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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