Starman
When an alien takes the form of a young widow's husband and asks her to drive him from Wisconsin to Arizona, the government tries to stop them.
Critics Sentiment
Starman's ship arrives and he prepares to leave Jenny
Military forces close in as deadline approaches Arizona
The film rises from its weakest government chase elements to its most emotionally powerful farewell sequence in the final act.
Starman builds steadily from an intriguing premise through consistently praised character development and humor, peaking with the deeply moving romantic elements and miraculous moments. While critics found the government pursuit subplot derivative and bland, they universally celebrated Bridges' transformative performance and the film's gentle, heartfelt approach to the alien visitor story. The emotional crescendo of the farewell sequence elevated the entire experience for most reviewers.
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Jeff Bridges
Starman / Scott Hayden
Karen Allen
Jenny Hayden
Charles Martin Smith
Mark Shermin
Richard Jaeckel
George Fox
Robert Phalen
Major Bell
Tony Edwards
Sergeant Lemon
John Walter Davis
Brad Heinmuller
Ted White
Deer Hunter
Dirk Blocker
Cop #1
M.C. Gainey
Cop #2
Sean Stanek
Hot Rodder
George Buck Flower
Cook
Russ Benning
Scientist
Ralph Cosham
Marine Lieutenant
David Wells
Fox's Assistant
Anthony Grumbach
NSA Officer
James Deeth
S-61 Pilot
Alex Daniels
Gas Station Attendant
Carol Rosenthal
Gas Customer
Mickey Jones
Trucker
Crew
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