Is Galaxy of Terror scary?

MyCinema has not rated Galaxy of Terror for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, adventure, and horror film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch Galaxy of Terror in the US?

Galaxy of Terror streams on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and 9 more, is free on The CW, Kanopy, Fawesome, and 12 more, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Galaxy of Terror?

Galaxy of Terror runs 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).

Is Galaxy of Terror suitable for kids?

Galaxy of Terror is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB19811h 21mAction / Adventure / Horror / Science Fiction

Galaxy of Terror

Name: Galaxy of Terror
Genre: Action, Adventure, Horror, Science Fiction
Released: 1981-10-01
Duration: 81 min

ALIEN was the beginning… Hell Has Just Been Relocated!

As a lone spaceship proceeds on its long voyage across space, the crew are surprised to encounter a strange pyramid form. Surprise turns to horror as one by one, they discover that their darkest nightmares are all starting to become real. The pyramid has to be behind it all somehow, but how can they save themselves from its influence?

TMDB audience score

Based on 272 votes

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Galaxy of Terror at a glance

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Runtime

Short watch · 1h 21m

At 1h 21m it runs under 90 minutes.

More horror under 90 minutes

Genres

Action · Adventure · Horror · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under action, adventure, horror, and science fiction.

US availability

12 subscriptions · 15 free · 3 to rent · 3 to buy

Included with 12 subscription services: Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and 9 more. Free or ad-supported on The CW, Kanopy, Fawesome, and 12 more. Listed to rent from 3 stores. Listed to buy from 3 stores.

TMDB audience score

5.3 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 5.3 out of 10 across 272 votes, a mixed audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Galaxy of Terror tonight

It is a short one: 1h 21m, so it fits a late start.
It is included with Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and 9 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

How scary is Galaxy of Terror?

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Questions about Galaxy of Terror

Is Galaxy of Terror scary?: MyCinema has not rated Galaxy of Terror for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, adventure, and horror film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Galaxy of Terror in the US?: Galaxy of Terror streams on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and 9 more, is free on The CW, Kanopy, Fawesome, and 12 more, and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Galaxy of Terror?: Galaxy of Terror runs 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).
Is Galaxy of Terror suitable for kids?: Galaxy of Terror is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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