Starcrash
“A galactic adventure beyond your wildest dreams!”
Synopsis
A pair of smugglers manage to pick up a castaway while running from the authorities, who turns out to be the only survivor from a secret mission to destroy a mysterious superweapon designed by the evil Count Zartharn. The smugglers are soon recruited by the Emperor to complete the mission, as well as to rescue the Emperor's son, who has gone missing.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
STARCARSH Original Trailer [1978]
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-04-27
Top Cast
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Marjoe Gortner
Akton
Caroline Munro
Stella Star
Christopher Plummer
The Emperor
David Hasselhoff
Simon
Robert Tessier
Thor
Joe Spinell
Count Zartharn
Nadia Cassini
Corelia, Queen of the Amazons
Judd Hamilton
Elle / Jiakta
Dirce Funari
Amazon Woman (uncredited)
Cindy Leadbetter
Amazon Woman
Salvatore Baccaro
Neanderthal Man
Omero Capanna
Spaceship Guard
Donald Hodson
Prisoner
Hamilton Camp
Elle (voice)
Caterina Zinnerman
Amazon girl (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 9, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Luigi Cozzi
- Screenplay & Story
- Nat Wachsberger, Luigi Cozzi
- Original Score
- John Barry
- Original Title
- Starcrash
- Country of Origin
- Italy, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Nat and Patrick Wachsberger Productions, New World Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Luigi Cozzi
Nat Wachsberger, Luigi Cozzi
John Barry
Paul Beeson, Roberto D'Ettorre Piazzoli
Sergio Montanari
Nat Wachsberger, Patrick Wachsberger
Department Leadership Roster
Luigi Cozzi
Director
Nat Wachsberger
Screenplay
Luigi Cozzi
Screenplay
Paul Beeson
Director of Photography
Roberto D'Ettorre Piazzoli
Director of Photography
Nat Wachsberger
Producer
Patrick Wachsberger
Producer
Aurelio Crugnola
Production Design
Ron Hays
Visual Effects Supervisor
Sergio Montanari
Editor
Goffredo Unger
Stunt Coordinator
John Barry
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Starcrash
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What is Starcrash about?
A pair of smugglers manage to pick up a castaway while running from the authorities, who turns out to be the only survivor from a secret mission to destroy a mysterious superweapon designed by the evil Count Zartharn. The smugglers are soon recruited by the Emperor to complete the mission, as well as to rescue the Emperor's son, who has gone missing.
Who directed Starcrash?
Starcrash was directed by Luigi Cozzi.
Who stars in Starcrash?
The principal cast of Starcrash includes Marjoe Gortner, Caroline Munro, Christopher Plummer, David Hasselhoff, Robert Tessier.
When was Starcrash released and how long is it?
Starcrash was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Starcrash?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Starcrash was composed by John Barry.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Starcrash?
Starcrash holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).