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The Meteor Man
1993 100 min United States of America PG 6+
★5.3
Action, Comedy, Science Fiction
Director: Robert Townsend
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Description
One night Jefferson Reed gets hit in the chest by a souped-up chunk of meteor. So he can fly, but he's scared of heights. He can master the information in any book ... for about thirty seconds. Now his friends and family want him to protect their community from the dreaded Golden Lords.
Budget:
$20M
US Gross:
$8.02M
Worldwide:
$8M
Starring
Robert Townsend
Actor
Marla Gibbs
Actor
Eddie Griffin
Actor
Awards
Saturn Awards 1994
— Best Science Fiction Film
Key opinion
The Meteor Man is remembered as a good-hearted and unique contribution to the superhero genre, distinguished by its humor and strong ensemble cast. While some viewers appreciate its soul and departure from typical blockbuster tropes, others find the dated special effects and modest production values to be a barrier to enjoyment.
| Acting | Robert Townsend leads a talented, well-chosen ensemble cast that elevates the material. | |
| Originality | The film offers a refreshing, lighthearted alternative to the dark and serious tone of traditional superhero adaptations. | |
| Production | The low-budget special effects are clearly dated, appearing mediocre by modern standards. | |
| Accessibility | Reactions to the film are split between those who value its kindness and soul and those who are disappointed by the lack of flashy, big-budget spectacle. |