Mom and Dad Save the World (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1992, Mom and Dad Save the World is an action, comedy, adventure and family film directed by Greg Beeman, running about 88 minutes. “Boldly going where no parents have gone before.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Emperor Spengo sees Marge Nelson and using a giant magnet, kidnaps her and her husband Dick, hoping to make Marge his before blowing up the Earth. The Emperor and other inhabitants of his planet are somewhat less than bright, and Dick begins reliving episodes of Flash Gordon and Buck Rogers in order to rescue Marge, save the Earth, and restore the rightful emperor to the throne.
Who’s in it. Mom and Dad Save the World stars Teri Garr as Marge Nelson, Jeffrey Jones as Dick Nelson, Jon Lovitz as Emperor Tod Spengo and Thalmus Rasulala as General Afir, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Mom and Dad Save the World has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mom and Dad Save the World page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mom and Dad Save the World tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mom and Dad Save the World (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mom and Dad Save the World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mom and Dad Save the World worth watching?
- Mom and Dad Save the World holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mom and Dad Save the World?
- Mom and Dad Save the World stars Teri Garr, Jeffrey Jones, Jon Lovitz, Thalmus Rasulala and Wallace Shawn.
- When was Mom and Dad Save the World released?
- Mom and Dad Save the World was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.