GamerTab That was an excellent one.

Memorergi good film but with many flaws

Forumrxes Yo, there's no way for me to review this film without saying, take your *insert ethnicity + "ass" here* to see this film,like now. You have to see it in order to know what you're really messing with.

Monkeywess This is an astonishing documentary that will wring your heart while it bends your mind

quidditchqueens I remember watching this years ago on the Disney Sunday Night Movie. Not only did it never re-run on network television, but Disney has for some unknown reason, never thought to release this on video or DVD. That is unfortunate, because it's a fun space frolic that has something for just about everyone: fairly good special effects, the ubiquitous "boy genius", Duncan Regehr in all his masculine glory, a rather thoughtful plot line, suspense, Duncan Regehr, cheesy fight scenes, a wonderful space ship, "lovable" bad guys and, of course, Duncan Regehr.This premiered at the same time as "Star Trek: The Next Generation", which has gone into the annals of TV history as an SF classic, however, at that point most fans were already appalled and disgusted at the Wesley Crusher character being given so much screen time. (It seemed ridiculous that a ship manned by hundreds of intelligent, capable adults constantly needed the help of a preteen to save them from their weekly dilemmas.) On the other hand, "Earthstar Voyager" deals with the subject of precocious scientific youngsters in a believable, understandable way, therefore winning the interest of young and mature viewers alike. The fact that the ship is on a 40 year mission is a great plot device to introduce young crew members, who are being groomed to take over the helm of leadership half way through the voyage.Over the years, I've thought often about this movie, especially after watching a disappointing major release like "Phantom Menace". It makes me appreciate the fact that Disney made such a worthwhile, fun movie with good characters and plot line on a well defined, yet modest (by Lucas standards) budget.My friend taped "Earthstar Voyage" when it aired, but the tape was destroyed. Both of us wish we still had it. If anyone reading this has a copy, let me know!

bizchicken this movie was one of the BEST movies on TV we have ever seen! I remember taping this movie and watching it a couple of times.We used to reenact the fight scene between jacob brown and ... i forget his name, but that bald guy w/ the power bracelets.and what was that quote?"So long, Jacob Brown"...or something like that!GOOD STUFF.Why can't Disney make movies like this still?That "borg" type bionic person was SCARY, though!. FREAKY, for back then. didn't he turn out to be good? i dunno.I hope more people can enjoy this movie.i want to see an earth star voyager ii! come on, they're all really old now, they could play their older counter parts and we could find out if the humans ever survive!go humans!

nwdillard I had taped this in 1988 and dug it out of the loser movie vault I own just the other day. My children saw the tape and decided they wanted to watch it. They were so entralled that they hardly moved during the show. After it was over they stated to act a little more earth friendly. I can say they learned the importance of protecting the Earth from this show. This was a lot of fun to watch again and to see where the "kids" that are in this show are now. I think one of them is on a soap.The perceptions they had of where we will be in the year 2088 are a little hokey but all in all it was great. The environment will be filled with acid rain and we will have no oxygen. Gee, it's the same outlook we have today if we don't do something quick. It was an exciting journey when I was young and my children found it an exciting journey today.

jademasters For those that have NEVER seen this little Disney creation, you are certainly missing out on one of Science Fiction's greatest story scenarios. The characters are fantastic, portrayed by good actors/actresses. The plot and story is real deep, like an epic adventure. The special effects, or rather lack there of, could be enhanced, but you have to keep in mind Disney at the helm in 1988. No CG available.If they re-made this thing, or did a sequel, this story would be a big hit today, possibly multi-millions. However, and unfortunately, Earth Star Voyager has went into the movie graveyard. Forgotten, it's sad to think just how many people more ESV could've still inspired and motivated. And to add nails to it's forbidden coffin, there is no American release on VHS, and supposably the film has been deleted or destroyed for good. Even finding a copy on PAL is difficult at best.