

Josh Kirby... Time Warrior: Planet of the Dino-Knights
Josh Kirby Time Warrior Chapter 1 Planet of the Dino-Knights: In the 25th century mankind has found a device capable of destroying the universe. Irwin 1138 separates the Nullifier into 6 pieces which he scatters throughout time. When the evil Dr. Zoetrope goes after the pieces, Irwin 1138 must try to stop him, with the help of a 20th century teenager, Josh Kirby, and a half-human warrior named Azabeth Siege. The race is on.
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Plot Summary
In this installment of the "Josh Kirby... Time Warrior" series, Josh finds himself transported to a prehistoric world where dinosaurs have evolved into technologically advanced, knight-like beings. He must navigate this dangerous new environment and outwit the formidable Dino-Knights to find a way back to his own time. Along the way, he encounters allies and adversaries, all while trying to complete his mission and avoid altering the timeline.
Critical Reception
As a direct-to-video release aimed at a younger audience, 'Planet of the Dino-Knights' received a modest reception. It is generally viewed as a fun, if somewhat low-budget, sci-fi adventure that appeals to fans of time travel and dinosaur themes. Critical reviews often highlighted its imaginative premise and creature designs, though some noted its predictable plot and occasionally weak special effects.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its unique concept of combining dinosaurs with medieval knights.
- Enjoyed by younger audiences for its adventurous spirit and creature features.
- Criticized for its low production values and derivative storytelling elements.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Planet of the Dino-Knights' is sparse, but available comments often point to it being a fun, campy sci-fi romp suitable for families and fans of retro B-movies. It's frequently described as entertaining for its target demographic, though not a serious cinematic achievement.
Fun Fact
The 'Josh Kirby... Time Warrior' series was based on a series of young adult novels by Ronald N. Mickle, written under the pseudonym "Terri Woods".
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