Starship Troopers 1997
“A new kind of enemy. A new kind of war.”
What is Starship Troopers?
Starship Troopers is a science fiction film set in the future that centers on the military career of Johnny Rico. The story follows Rico as he serves in the Mobile Infantry, documenting his progression from recruit to non-commissioned officer and eventually to officer.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1997
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 129 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 7, 1997
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- TriStar Pictures, Touchstone Pictures, Jon Davison Productions
- Budget
- $105,000,000
- Revenue
- $121,214,377
- Genres
- Adventure, Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
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Overview
Starship Troopers is a science fiction film set in the future that centers on the military career of Johnny Rico. The story follows Rico as he serves in the Mobile Infantry, documenting his progression from recruit to non-commissioned officer and eventually to officer. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of an interstellar conflict between humanity and an alien species referred to as "the Bugs." These arachnoid creatures serve as the primary antagonists throughout Rico's military service. The film portrays Rico's experiences and advancement through the ranks while depicting the broader war effort between human forces and the insectoid alien threat. His journey illustrates the challenges and transformations faced by soldiers during this futuristic galactic conflict.
Should you watch it?
“A young soldier battles an alien insect species in an interstellar war for humanity's future.”
- intense combat sequences
- futuristic military setting
- frequent depictions of war
Watch it if you enjoy large-scale science fiction conflicts involving human soldiers and extraterrestrial threats.
The film contains stylized violence and depictions of war between humans and alien creatures.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the setting of the film?
The story is set in the future during an interstellar war.
Who is the main character?
The story follows a young soldier named Johnny Rico.
What is the conflict about?
Humanity is engaged in an interstellar war against an arachnoid species known as the Bugs.
What is Johnny Rico's career path?
He progresses from a recruit to a non-commissioned officer and eventually an officer in the Mobile Infantry.
What is the Mobile Infantry?
It is the military branch in which Johnny Rico serves during the war.