---
title: "Deep Space"
year: 1988
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/deep-space-1988"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 27662
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 4.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Deep Space (1988) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/deep-space-1988

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Deep Space is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Horror, Science Fiction. Produced and broadcast by Trans World Entertainment. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A government‑created monster returns to Earth, and a tough cop battles its killing spree."

### Why Watch
- Classic 80s sci‑fi horror aesthetic
- Charles Napier leads as a determined cop
- Fast‑paced monster mayhem

### Caveats & Content Note
- The plot follows a simple monster‑hunt premise
- Runtime is only about 90 minutes
- Tone & Suitability: Suitable for viewers who appreciate 1980s horror and science‑fiction with monster violence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: horror, science-fiction, retro, campy

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/deep-space-1988#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Fred Olen Ray
- **Networks / Studios**: Trans World Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Charles Napier** as *Det. Ian McLemore*
- **Ann Turkel** as *Carla Sandbourn*
- **Bo Svenson** as *Captain Robertson*
- **Ron Glass** as *Jerry Merris*
- **Julie Newmar** as *Lady Elaine Wentworth*
- **James Booth** as *Dr. Forsyth*
- **Norman Burton** as *General Randolph*
- **Jesse Dabson** as *Jason*
- **Elisabeth Brooks** as *Mrs. Ridley*
- **Anthony Eisley** as *Dr. Rogers*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed "Deep Space"?
It was directed by Fred Olen Ray.

### Q: When was "Deep Space" released?
The film was released in 1988.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is a horror and science‑fiction film.

### Q: Who plays the veteran cop in the movie?
Charles Napier stars as the veteran cop.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 90 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Deep Space — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/27662)
- [Deep Space (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deep_Space_(film))
- [Deep Space (1988)](https://www.sms.cz/film/deep-space)
- [Deep Space (2016) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/591424-deep-space/prehled/)

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