Space Force
Space Force

Space Force

2022TV ShowCanceled2 SeasonsEnglish

A four-star general begrudgingly teams up with an eccentric scientist to get the U.S. military's newest agency — Space Force — ready for lift-off.

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IMDb6.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes37%
Metacritic51/100
Google Users57%
Director: Greg DanielsGenres: Comedy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

The series follows a group of people tasked by the government with creating a sixth branch of the armed forces, Space Force. Led by decorated Air Force General Mark R. Naird, the team struggles with outlandish missions and interpersonal dynamics as they attempt to establish dominance in space.

Critical Reception

Space Force received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its humor hit-or-miss and its premise underdeveloped. While some praised the performances, particularly Steve Carell's, the show was often criticized for failing to live up to the satirical potential of its subject matter and for its inconsistent comedic tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Attempts to satirize the absurdity of the Space Force initiative often fall flat.
  • While Steve Carell delivers a solid performance, the show's humor is inconsistent and lacks sharp wit.
  • The series struggles with pacing and a clear narrative direction, leaving viewers underwhelmed.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a divided reception. Some viewers found the show amusing and enjoyed the cast, appreciating the lighthearted take on a serious topic. However, a significant portion of users felt the comedy was predictable, the plot lacked substance, and it didn't quite capture the satirical edge they expected.

Fun Fact

The show was co-created by Steve Carell and Greg Daniels, who previously collaborated on the critically acclaimed sitcom 'The Office'.

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3 reviews
rsanek

rsanek

Yikes. Perhaps I've gotten too used to high quality stuff from these actors and Greg Daniels, but this was a huge let down. Storyline is in this weird area where it's way too over the top to be believable, but not crazy enough that it can b...
tmdb15214618

tmdb15214618

Space Force tries but mostly fails to be funny. About 25% of it is funny. The rest is just watchable. I loved the open relationship B-plot that comes out of nowhere for one of the characters, although it wasn't set up or explored well enoug...
the_original_crt

the_original_crt

Definitely Entertaining. Of course some episodes are slower than others, but overall a good comedy show. Looking forward to season 2.