Defenders of the Earth: The Story Begins
Synopsis
True to its title, "The Story Begins" introduces the audience to the Defenders Of The Earth's colorfully animated cast of characters. It is Flash Gordon, whose spaceship crashes near Mandrake and Lothar's mansion, who tells us of evil Ming's plan to destroy the earth. In addition to being panicked over Ming's plans for the destruction of earth, he is anguished over the well-being of his wife and son Rick whom he was forced to leave behind.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Gibbs, Ray Lee
- Original Title
- Defenders of the Earth: The Story Begins
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Gibbs, Ray Lee
Department Leadership Roster
John Gibbs
Director
Ray Lee
Director
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What is Defenders of the Earth: The Story Begins about?
True to its title, "The Story Begins" introduces the audience to the Defenders Of The Earth's colorfully animated cast of characters. It is Flash Gordon, whose spaceship crashes near Mandrake and Lothar's mansion, who tells us of evil Ming's plan to destroy the earth. In addition to being panicked over Ming's plans for the destruction of earth, he is anguished over the well-being of his wife and son Rick whom he was forced to leave behind.
Who directed Defenders of the Earth: The Story Begins?
Defenders of the Earth: The Story Begins was directed by John Gibbs, Ray Lee.
Who stars in Defenders of the Earth: The Story Begins?
The principal cast of Defenders of the Earth: The Story Begins includes Loren Lester, Peter Renaday, Peter Mark Richman.
When was Defenders of the Earth: The Story Begins released and how long is it?
Defenders of the Earth: The Story Begins was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.