Space Cadet

Movie Trailer

Release Date
July 4, 2024

Genre
Comedy

Cast & Crew

• Emma Roberts as Rex Simpson
• Tom Hopper as Logan O’Leary
• Poppy Liu as Nadine Cai
• Gabrielle Union as Pam Proctor
• Kuhoo Verma as Violet Marie Vislawski

Director
Liz W. Garcia

Producer

• Greg Silverman
• Jon Berg

Writer
Liz W. Garcia

Production Company
Stampede Ventures

Running Time
111 minutes

Languages
English

Maturity Rating
PG-13

Content Advisory
Mild language, comic violence, and suggestive humor.

Movie Story
Space Cadet follows the story of Rex Simpson, a party-loving Florida girl with dreams of becoming an astronaut, inspired by her late mother. After reconnecting with her childhood friend Toddrick, now a millionaire in space travel, Rex’s curiosity is reignited. With the help of her friend Nadine, Rex’s application for an astronaut program is beefed up, landing her an unexpected spot at a NASA training facility. However, her arrival raises doubts due to her flashy demeanor and lack of qualifications.

Despite her initial struggles, Rex begins to bond with her fellow candidates, especially her roommate Violet, who confides in Rex about her health problems and insecurities. As the training intensifies, Rex proves herself through unexpected resourcefulness, managing to overcome physical challenges and demonstrate her unique skills. Along the way, she also builds a romantic connection with her mentor, Logan O’Leary.

The turning point comes when Rex’s fabricated resume is discovered, leading to her expulsion from the program. However, when a critical space mission goes awry, Rex is called back due to her unconventional problem-solving skills. She bravely steps up, saving the mission and earning the respect of her peers and superiors. The film concludes with Rex returning to Earth as a hero, her journey from party girl to astronaut complete.

Special Effects
The film utilizes practical effects combined with CGI to simulate space environments and zero-gravity sequences, adding authenticity to the comedic yet heartfelt space adventure.

Filming Locations

• Union Beach, New Jersey
• Bell Labs Holmdel Complex
• Essex County Airport
• U.S. Space & Rocket Center

Notable Quotes

• “It’s not the space that’s tough; it’s the training!” – Rex Simpson
• “NASA might’ve picked you by mistake, but you’ve got the heart of a real astronaut.” – Logan O’Leary

Behind-the-Scenes
Filming took place primarily in New Jersey, with significant portions shot at real aerospace facilities, adding to the film’s authenticity.

Final Verdict
Space Cadet is a light-hearted comedy that blends humor with an inspiring underdog story. Emma Roberts shines in her role as Rex, making the journey from party girl to astronaut both entertaining and heartwarming.

IMDb Rating
4.9/10

Image Source: by Eric Liebowitz/Prime