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Rubbish, despite a pretty good cast.
<em>'My Favorite Martian'</em> is an unfunny, wide of the mark 1999 release from Disney. None of the humour got laughs, or mild amusement, out from me - except one scene involving a toilet, which is m...
My Favorite Martian
1999Movie94 minEnglish
Ambitious television reporter Tim O'Hara stumbles upon a martian whose spaceship has accidentally crashed on Earth. Thinking this is his ticket to a Pulitzer Prize, Tim makes plans to expose the martian, who, posing as Tim's Uncle Martin, takes human form and has plans of his own. In fact, all of Tim's efforts to divulge the truth are systematically thwarted by the resourceful alien, who ultimately recruits Tim to help him repair his ship for a return to Mars.
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IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes18%
Metacritic29/100
Google Users49%
Director: Donald Petrie•Genres: Comedy, Sci-Fi, Family
Plot Summary
An alien crash-lands on Earth and assumes the identity of Uncle Martin to hide from his pursuers. He befriends a struggling television reporter, Tim O'Hara, who sees a big break in the alien's story. Together, they try to keep Martin's identity a secret while navigating the challenges of Earth and evading government agents.
Critical Reception
My Favorite Martian was generally met with negative reviews from critics, who found its humor predictable and its plot weak. Audiences also had a lukewarm reception, with many finding it a pale imitation of the beloved television series it was based on. The film struggled to find its audience, appealing mostly to younger viewers with its slapstick comedy and special effects.
What Reviewers Say
- Lacks the charm and wit of the original series.
- Relies too heavily on crude humor and uninspired special effects.
- A predictable and forgettable family film.
Google audience: Google users found the film to be a disappointment, with many citing a lack of originality and humor. While some appreciated the performances of Christopher Lloyd and Jeff Daniels, the majority felt the movie failed to capture the spirit of the original show.
Fun Fact
The original 'My Favorite Martian' television series aired from 1963 to 1966 and was one of the first sitcoms to feature an alien character.
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