Flash Gordon 1980
“Pathetic earthlings...who can save you now?”
What is Flash Gordon?
Flash Gordon is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Science Fiction, Adventure, Action.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1980
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 111 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 5, 1980
- Studios
- Starling Films, Universal Pictures, Famous Films Productions
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Adventure, Action
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Overview
Flash Gordon is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Science Fiction, Adventure, Action. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A football star battles a tyrant on the alien world Mongo.”
- Iconic 80s sci‑fi aesthetic
- Based on the classic Flash Gordon comics
- High‑energy adventure with vivid visuals
- Cheesy camp tone may not appeal to everyone
- Special effects show their age
Watch it if you enjoy flamboyant 80s sci‑fi action and comic‑book nostalgia.
The PG‑rated film delivers cartoonish violence and a lighthearted adventure suitable for teens and older.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the basic plot?
A football player and his friends travel to Mongo to confront Ming the Merciless and save Earth.
Who is the main antagonist?
Ming the Merciless, the tyrant ruler of Mongo.
Is the film based on existing material?
Yes, it adapts the Flash Gordon comic series popular in the 1930s.
What is the film’s rating and length?
It is rated PG and runs for about 1 hour and 51 minutes.
What genres does the movie belong to?
It is classified as science fiction, adventure, and action.