What is Suburban Commando?
Suburban Commando is a 1991 film categorized as an action, comedy, family, and science fiction production. Directed by Burt Kennedy and produced by Deborah Moore, Howard Gottfried, and Hulk Hogan, the movie features Hogan in the starring role.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1991
- Release date
- Oct 4, 1991
- Genres
- Action, Comedy, Family, Science Fiction
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.7/10
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Suburban Commando is a 1991 film categorized as an action, comedy, family, and science fiction production. Directed by Burt Kennedy and produced by Deborah Moore, Howard Gottfried, and Hulk Hogan, the movie features Hogan in the starring role. The film was released in the United States on October 4, 1991, and has a runtime of one hour and 28 minutes with a PG rating. The plot follows Shep Ramsey, an interstellar hero who engages in a battle with an interstellar adversary. Following this conflict, Ramsey sustains damage to his ship and is forced to hide on Earth while his vessel recharges. Although he leaves his power suit behind, Ramsey finds himself unable to ignore injustices in his new surroundings. He intervenes in various local conflicts, including confrontations with muggers, offensive paperboys, and bad drivers. The story centers on the Wilcox family, who experience changes in their neighborhood following Ramsey’s arrival. The film also inspired a 1993 arcade action game that incorporated elements of space shooting, running, and fighting.
Should you watch it?
“An interstellar hero hides on Earth and struggles to adjust to mundane suburban life.”
- Features professional wrestler Hulk Hogan in a lead role
- Blends science fiction elements with suburban family comedy
- Includes action-oriented sequences involving an interstellar hero
- The premise relies on a specific comedic tone that may not appeal to all viewers
Watch it if you enjoy 1990s family action-comedies starring iconic wrestling personalities.
The film maintains a PG-rated, lighthearted tone with a brisk 88-minute runtime suitable for family viewing.
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Where can I stream Suburban Commando?
The film is available to watch on platforms such as Plex.
Is Suburban Commando worth watching?
It is a subjective choice, but it is recommended for fans of 1990s action-comedy and those interested in Hulk Hogan's film career.
How long is the movie?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and twenty-eight minutes.
Is there a video game adaptation?
Yes, a Suburban Commando arcade action game was released in 1993.
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