My Favorite Martian 1999
"The martian has landed. There goes the neighborhood."
In the 1999 family-friendly sci-fi comedy My Favorite Martian (1999), director Donald Petrie crafts a lighthearted adventure that blends fish-out-of-water humor with the wonders of first contact.
Director: Donald Petrie
Cast
Christopher Lloyd
Uncle Martin
Jeff Daniels
Tim O'Hara
Elizabeth Hurley
Brace Channing
Daryl Hannah
Lizzie
Wallace Shawn
Coleye
Christine Ebersole
Mrs. Brown
Michael Lerner
Mr. Channing
Ray Walston
Armitan
Shelley Malil
Felix
Jeremy Hotz
Billy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is My Favorite Martian (1999) about?
The film follows news reporter Tim O'Hara who discovers a crashed Martian spaceship and tries to expose its alien passenger. Instead, the resourceful alien—posing as Tim's uncle—outsmarts him at every turn, turning their odd-couple dynamic into a race to repair the ship for a return trip to Mars.
Who directed My Favorite Martian?
My Favorite Martian was directed by Donald Petrie, known for his work on lighthearted comedies and family films.
Who stars in My Favorite Martian?
The film stars Christopher Lloyd as the Martian, Jeff Daniels as reporter Tim O'Hara, Elizabeth Hurley as the alien's love interest, and Daryl Hannah in a supporting role.
Is My Favorite Martian (1999) worth watching?
With its blend of humor, heart, and sci-fi flair, My Favorite Martian (1999) is a nostalgic pick for fans of family-friendly comedies. While not a critical darling, its quirky charm and standout performances make it a fun, low-stakes watch for casual viewers.
How long is My Favorite Martian?
My Favorite Martian (1999) runs for 94 minutes, making it a breezy, entertaining option for movie nights.
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About My Favorite Martian (1999) — A hilarious 90s sci-fi comedy with Christopher Lloyd
In the 1999 family-friendly sci-fi comedy My Favorite Martian (1999), director Donald Petrie crafts a lighthearted adventure that blends fish-out-of-water humor with the wonders of first contact. When ambitious reporter Tim O'Hara's career stalls, a crashed Martian ship turns his luck around—or so he thinks. Disguised as Martin, the alien's eccentric human form, the extraterrestrial infiltrates Tim's life, turning the journalist's Pulitzer dreams upside down. What follows is a playful battle of wits as the Martian outsmarts Tim at every turn, ultimately enlisting his help to fix the spacecraft and return home.
Set against the neon glow of late-90s America, the film balances slapstick comedy with heartfelt themes of friendship and belonging. Christopher Lloyd's charismatic performance as the mischievous alien steals the show, while Jeff Daniels grounds the chaos as the determined but frustrated Tim. With its nostalgic charm and family-friendly tone, My Favorite Martian (1999) delivers a whimsical escapade that's as much about human connection as it is about intergalactic antics.
