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6.0 / 10(140 votes)IMDbPG19961h 35mGermany, United States of America

Project: ALF

“Call the government! Alert the media! Hide the cat! ALF's back!”

Synopsis

Six years ago, the lovable intergalactic fugitive Gordon Shumway, best known as ALF, was on his way back to his new home when the Alien Task Force finally caught up with him. Now, he is being studied at a top-secret military base where he finds allies who feel that ALF's existence should be announced to the world to ensure his safety... especially when they learn that the abrasive Colonel Milfoil wants ALF, and all Alien Life-Forms, destroyed.

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

[Project: ALF] Alf at a strip club

Type: Clip • Published 2009-10-27

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

February 17, 1996

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Dick Lowry
Screenplay & Story
Tom Patchett, Paul Fusco
Original Score
Mark Snow
Original Title
Project: ALF
Country of Origin
Germany, United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 35m
Production Studios
Alien Productions, Patchett Kaufman Entertainment, Paul Fusco Productions, UFA Fernsehproduktion

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Dick Lowry

Screenplay & Story

Tom Patchett, Paul Fusco

Original Score & Music

Mark Snow

Director of Photography

Henry M. Lebo

Film Editing

William B. Stich

Producers

Kenneth Kaufman, Tom Patchett, Paul Fusco, Wolf Bauer

Department Leadership Roster

Dick Lowry

Dick Lowry

Director

Tom Patchett

Tom Patchett

Screenplay

Paul Fusco

Paul Fusco

Screenplay

Tom Patchett

Tom Patchett

Producer

Mark Snow

Mark Snow

Original Music Composer

Henry M. Lebo

Director of Photography

William B. Stich

Editor

Wolf Bauer

Producer

Guy Barnes

Production Design

Jon Boyden

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

International Certification Matrix

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

Germany (FSK)0

FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.

United States (MPAA)PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Project: ALF.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Project: ALF

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Project: ALF about?

Six years ago, the lovable intergalactic fugitive Gordon Shumway, best known as ALF, was on his way back to his new home when the Alien Task Force finally caught up with him. Now, he is being studied at a top-secret military base where he finds allies who feel that ALF's existence should be announced to the world to ensure his safety... especially when they learn that the abrasive Colonel Milfoil wants ALF, and all Alien Life-Forms, destroyed.

Who directed Project: ALF?

Project: ALF was directed by Dick Lowry.

Who stars in Project: ALF?

The principal cast of Project: ALF includes Paul Fusco, Miguel Ferrer, William O'Leary, Jensen Daggett, Martin Sheen.

When was Project: ALF released and how long is it?

Project: ALF was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.

Who composed the musical score for Project: ALF?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Project: ALF was composed by Mark Snow.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Project: ALF?

Project: ALF holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.); DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).