Mom and Dad Save the World

About Mom and Dad Save the World

"Mom and Dad Save the World", a 1992 comic science fiction film, tells the story of goofy, suburban couple Dick and Marge Nelson, who are kidnapped by the evil Emperor Todd Spengo and taken to his dying planet. They are selected because Todd finds Marge attractive and hopes to marry her. An unlikely series of events lead them on a hilarious adventure, in which they eventually save the planet from its doom.

Making / Production

The movie was directed by Greg Beeman of 'License to Drive' fame. It was produced by Michael Phillips and was written by Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon. The film was a low budget production, which became famous for its unique earthy humor and quirky set design.

Actors

• Jon Lovitz as Emperor Todd Spengo. Lovitz, with his comic timing, plays the role of the idiotic but entertaining emperor.
• Teri Garr as Marge Nelson. Garr effectively portrays the role of a suburban housewife who unexpectedly becomes a world-saving heroine.
• Jeffrey Jones as Dick Nelson. Jones brings Dick to life as the good-hearted but clueless dad.
• Kathy Ireland as Semage (Fish Girl). Ireland, as a supporting actor, played her role perfectly with dry wit and determination.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was initially poorly received, but has since gained a cult following.
• It was the directorial debut of Greg Beeman.
• The screenplay was written by Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon, who also wrote the "Bill & Ted" series.

Quotes

• "Men, you are about to embark on a great crusade to stamp out runaway decency in the west. Now you men will only be risking your lives, whilst I will be risking an almost certain Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor."
• "Pick me up, or I’ll blow your planet out of the sky!"
• "It's mind-bogglingly stupid, but it's fun."

Music, Soundtrack

• "Mom and Dad Save the World (Main Theme)" – Composed by Jerry Goldsmith
• "Plan 9" - Composed by Jerry Goldsmith
• "Love and the Gun" - Music by Bruce Broughton, lyrics by Leslie Bricusse