Inner Space

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  • 2016
  • 3 min

Inner Space is a sci-fi adventure-comedy movie released in 1987. The film, directed by Joe Dante, follows the story of a test pilot named Tuck Pendleton (played by Dennis Quaid) who is miniaturized and injected into the body of a hapless supermarket clerk named Jack Putter (played by Martin Short). The film also stars Meg Ryan as Lydia Maxwell, Tuck's love interest and Jack's eventual ally.

The film begins with Tuck Pendleton attempting to secretly be injected into a rabbit as part of a top-secret experiment that aims to miniaturize humans for space exploration. However, the experiment is discovered and is canceled. Tuck is then volunteered by his superiors to be miniaturized and injected into a human body. However, before the process can be completed, Tuck's lab is attacked by a rival organization led by the evil Victor Scrimshaw (played by Kevin McCarthy). In the chaos, Tuck is injected into Jack Putter, who was present in the lab for an unrelated medical test.

At first, Jack is unaware of Tuck's presence inside him, and he begins to experience strange sensations and behavior. Tuck is able to communicate with Jack through a high-tech headset, and he convinces Jack to help him escape Victor Scrimshaw's men, who are now hunting them both. The pair embarks on a wild adventure inside Jack's body, encountering various systems and organs along the way.

As Tuck and Jack try to find a way to return Tuck to his original size and escape their pursuers, they also face a race against time as Tuck's oxygen supply inside Jack's body begins to dwindle. Meanwhile, Lyda Maxwell, Tuck's love interest, is also involved in the plot as she seeks to uncover the truth behind Tuck's disappearance.

The film is a mix of action, adventure, and comedy, with some heartfelt moments as well. The special effects used to portray Tuck's journey and the inside of Jack's body are impressive for their time and still hold up well today. The film is also notable for its talented cast, who brought the humor and lovable characters to life.

Overall, Inner Space is a fun and entertaining movie that successfully blends sci-fi and comedy to create an exciting and memorable adventure. The film's message of the importance of teamwork and trust is also evident throughout, as our unlikely heroes work together to overcome obstacles and enemies in their way.

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Description
  • Release Date
    2016
  • Runtime
    3 min