About Space Force

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About

Space Force is a comedy TV show that premiered on Netflix in 2020. It was created by Steve Carell and Greg Daniels, known for their work on The Office. The show follows the establishment of the United States Space Force, a new branch of the military that is tasked with defending satellites and exploring the mysteries of space. General Mark R. Naird, played by Steve Carell, is appointed as the leader of Space Force and faces various challenges as he tries to make it a successful endeavor.

The show combines humor and satire to explore the bureaucracy and absurdity of creating a new branch of the military, while also highlighting the personal and professional struggles of its characters. It is set in a fictionalized version of the current political landscape.

Making / Production

Space Force is a collaboration between Steve Carell and Greg Daniels, who previously worked together on The Office. They developed the concept for the show after the announcement of the real-life United States Space Force in 2018. The creators aimed to create a comedy series that reflects the current political environment while delivering entertaining storytelling.

The show was produced by 3 Arts Entertainment and Daniels' production company, Deedle-Dee Productions, in association with Universal Television. The production team worked closely with military consultants to ensure accuracy in portraying the military operations and the portrayal of Space Force.

Actors

• Steve Carell as General Mark R. Naird - The leader of Space Force who takes his job seriously but often finds himself facing challenges and comedic situations.
• John Malkovich as Dr. Adrian Mallory - The head scientist of Space Force who clashes with General Naird on various decisions.
• Ben Schwartz as F. Tony Scarapiducci - A social media manager assigned to Space Force who often provides comic relief.
• Jimmy O. Yang as Dr. Chan Kaifang - A brilliant scientist who helps develop new technologies for Space Force.
• Diana Silvers as Erin Naird - General Naird's teenage daughter who struggles with adjusting to their new life in a small town.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Steve Carell and Greg Daniels based the show on the real-life announcement of the United States Space Force by President Donald Trump.
• The show's cast includes several actors who have previously worked on The Office, including Steve Carell and Ben Schwartz.
• Space Force combines elements of comedy, satire, and drama to create a unique blend of storytelling.
• The show received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its performances and humor but criticism for its uneven tone.

Awards

No major awards have been won by Space Force as of now.

Quotes

• "Space should be a zone of exploration and wonder, not destruction and war." - General Mark R. Naird
• "I'm not a scientist, but our scientists are." - F. Tony Scarapiducci
• "Failure is not an option. Well, it is an option, but it's not our first option." - Dr. Adrian Mallory

Music / Soundtrack

The soundtrack for Space Force features a mix of original score composed by Carter Burwell and licensed music. The score captures the humor and drama of the show, while the licensed music helps set the tone for various scenes. Some notable songs featured in the show include "Rocket Man" by Elton John and "Space Oddity" by David Bowie.