Mom and Dad Save the World (HBO)

About Mom and Dad Save the World (HBO)

'Mom and Dad Save the World' is a 1992 American comic science fiction film. The plot revolves around a suburban couple who are abducted to a distant planet by an evil tyrant with a sinister scheme. Dick (Jon Lovitz), the self-proclaimed Emperor of planet Spengo, sees Marge Nelson (Teri Garr) through his telescope and instantly falls in love. He devises a plan to make her his queen by kidnapping her and her husband, destroying earth in the process.

Making / Production

The film is directed by Greg Beeman with scripts penned by Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon. It was a co-production of Highgate Pictures and HBO. Released on July 24, 1992, the budget of the movie was approximately $14M.

Actors

• Teri Garr as Marge Nelson: Garr plays the suburban woman whose abduction sets the movie's plot in motion. She showcases a perfect blend of comedy and charm in her performance.
• Jeffrey Jones as Dick Nelson: Jones breathes life into his character Dick, Marge's hapless husband who finds himself in an intergalactic adventure.
• Jon Lovitz as Emperor Todd Spengo: Lovitz gives a memorable performance as the Emperor of Spengo, delivering laughs with his comically villainous portrayal.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This is the final theatrical film where Eric Idle and John Cleese would share an on-screen scene.
• Teri Garr and Jon Lovitz later co-starred in 'Jumpin' Jack Flash (1986)', but they share no scenes in that film.
• The principal photography for the film took place in California.

Awards

The film did not receive any awards.

Quotes

• "Beam him back down, now!" - Emperor Spengo
• "My hair!" - Marge Nelson
• "Earth... I destroy!” - Emperor Spengo

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's score was composed by Jerry Goldsmith, contributing a vibrant and energetic soundtrack to match the film's wacky humor.
• Songs in the film include "Hey Now Now" by Swirl 360 and "Calling All I Need" by Hurricane #1.