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Flight of the Navigator

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Original title

Flight of the Navigator

Year

1986

Running time

89 min.

Country

United States

Director

Randal Kleiser

Screenwriter

Michael Burton, Matt MacManus, Mark H. Baker

Cast

Music

Alan Silvestri

Cinematography

James Glennon

Producer

Walt Disney Pictures

Genre

Adventure. Sci-Fi | Time Travel. Aliens. 1970s. Family-friendly

Synopsis

David Freeman (Joey Cramer) is an ordinary boy destined for a most extraordinary adventure--aboard a spectacular, futuristic spacecraft. After a mystifying disappearance, David returns--possessing vast, undiscovered knowledge about the farthest reaches of the universe. With these sudden navigational powers, David is able to take the fantastic flying machine anywhere he desires, accompanied by a wisecracking robotic commander, Max, and an assortment of bizarre extraterrestrial creatures! Embark on a fun-filled, fast-paced journey of fantasy and adventure as David takes off on the flight of his lifetime! Also featuring Sarah Jessica Parker and the voice of Paul Reubens.

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Awards: 1986: Saturn Awards (Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films): 3 nominations

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Critics' reviews

"Not a particularly original or insightful film of its kind, and marred slightly by the whining of Cramer in the lead role, this is nevertheless enjoyable fare for kids."

TV Guide
"When the film shifts into the action mode in its second half-it becomes quite bright and lively."

Dave Kehr: Chicago Tribune
"The warm regard for character, as well as for our often-inhospitable planetary home, makes for a reasonably good time."

Pat Graham: Chicago Reader
"Whereas its plot may be derivative--and at several junctures, unconvincing--'Flight of the Navigator' nevertheless manages to develop considerable humor and poignancy from David's predicament and what he does about it."

Kevin Thomas: Los Angeles Times
"'Flight of the Navigator' may not have the originality of a true classic (...) But the film is so absorbing, such constant fun, that it may well be the best family film around."

Caryn James: The New York Times
"Blending physics and fantasy, Flight spins an easy-going adventure that's also a late-summer treat for the movie-going family"

Rita Kempley: The Washington Post
"A cheerfully unaccomplished little movie, a kind of E.T. for kids that recalls the Disney live-action films of a generation ago"

Bill Cosford: Miami Herald
"Never brave enough to feel far-reaching, Navigator still fulfills its mission, distracting the family for bang-on an hour and a half. (...) Rating: ★★★ (out of 5)"

William Thomas: Empire

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