The Last Starfighter
1984, English. Directed by Nick Castle.
Alex Rogan was a small town boy with big dreams. But in his wildest dreams, he never suspected that tonight he would become The Last Starfighter.
Video game expert Alex Rogan finds himself transported to another planet after conquering the video game The Last Starfighter, only to find out it was just a test. He was recruited to join the team of best Starfighters to defend their world from the attack.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 828 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Last Starfighter
The Last Starfighter isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 13 July 1984
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jonathan R. Betuel
- Budget
- $15M
- Box office
- $29M
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The Last Starfighter: quick answers
Is The Last Starfighter worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 828 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Last Starfighter?
The Last Starfighter runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does The Last Starfighter have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Last Starfighter. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Last Starfighter parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Last Starfighter is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Last Starfighter on?
The Last Starfighter isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Last Starfighter?
If you liked The Last Starfighter, try Halo: Nightfall, Guardians of the Galaxy, Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Who directed The Last Starfighter?
The Last Starfighter (1984) was directed by Nick Castle and stars Lance Guest, Robert Preston, Chris Hebert.