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Space Jam

  • 1996
  • PG
  • 1h 28m
IMDb RATING
6.5/10
225K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
2,918
80
Michael Jordan and Billy West in Space Jam (1996)
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In a desperate attempt to win a basketball match and earn their freedom, the Looney Tunes seek the aid of retired basketball champion, Michael Jordan.In a desperate attempt to win a basketball match and earn their freedom, the Looney Tunes seek the aid of retired basketball champion, Michael Jordan.In a desperate attempt to win a basketball match and earn their freedom, the Looney Tunes seek the aid of retired basketball champion, Michael Jordan.

  • Director
    • Joe Pytka
  • Writers
    • Leo Benvenuti
    • Steve Rudnick
    • Timothy Harris
  • Stars
    • Michael Jordan
    • Wayne Knight
    • Theresa Randle
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.5/10
    225K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,918
    80
    • Director
      • Joe Pytka
    • Writers
      • Leo Benvenuti
      • Steve Rudnick
      • Timothy Harris
    • Stars
      • Michael Jordan
      • Wayne Knight
      • Theresa Randle
    • 313User reviews
    • 87Critic reviews
    • 57Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 5 wins & 8 nominations total

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    Michael Jordan
    Michael Jordan
    • Michael Jordan
    Wayne Knight
    Wayne Knight
    • Stan Podolak
    Theresa Randle
    Theresa Randle
    • Juanita Jordan
    Manner Washington III
    Manner Washington III
    • Jeffery Jordan
    • (as a different name)
    Eric Gordon
    • Marcus Jordan
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    • Jasmine Jordan
    Brandon Hammond
    Brandon Hammond
    • Michael Jordan (10 Years Old)
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    • Larry Bird
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    • Bill Murray
    Thom Barry
    Thom Barry
    • James Jordan
    Charles Barkley
    Charles Barkley
    • Charles Barkley
    Patrick Ewing
    Patrick Ewing
    • Patrick Ewing
    Tyrone Bogues
    Tyrone Bogues
    • Muggsy Bogues
    • (as Muggsy Bogues)
    Larry Johnson
    Larry Johnson
    • Larry Johnson
    Shawn Bradley
    Shawn Bradley
    • Shawn Bradley
    Ahmad Rashad
    Ahmad Rashad
    • Ahmad Rashad
    Del Harris
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    • Del Harris
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      • Joe Pytka
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      • Leo Benvenuti
      • Steve Rudnick
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    User reviews313

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    8framar96

    A great movie from my childhood

    When i was a kid i used to watch it at least once a week.Now i'm a teenager and i still love it.

    This movie is simply fun and entertaining and clearly aimed for children; its just great to see all the cartoons' characters which you like in a movie . The introduction about Michael Jordan's skills is epic as well as the final match.I really liked the soundtrack but not so much the graphic.

    It sucks that this movie and Looney Tunes have been forgotten; 5.9 out 10 is just to low for this great movie, it must be rated and reviewed with the eyes of a child.
    7kosmasp

    Hit em high (low)

    What a soundtrack ... I just rewatched this to be ready for the new one ... and wow! I was quite blown away by all the songs on this, that I almost had forgotten about too. I've watched the new one too and while for me MJ is the one (you can feel differently about that, we can have different feelings on who is the GOAT, it's all good), when it comes to acting ... well LeBron is better for sure.

    That being said, in a movie like this, there is not much you have to do acting wise. What I did like is that MJ does not take himself too seriously. While he has serious moments in there - the sub story with his dad, that I am certain was very important to him - maybe not so important to viewers who are unaware, but it's a nice touch for sure - overall this is a funny affair.

    Add to that some really good actors who have some hits and misses with their jokes (I love Bill Murray, but certain scenes did not age well) - of course this completely ridiculous story (or shall I say ... "looney"?) is aimed at a younger audience. A now maybe grown up audience that went ahead and watched the new one with their kids. It's been 25 years since this was released.

    There is some lessons to be learned here ... but overall you should watch it with a grain of salt .. and a lot of suspension of disbelief.
    Op_Prime

    It's got game

    Space Jam is a very enjoyable movie featuring probably the most popular cartoon characters ever. The plot may seem rather weak to you and me, but let's not forget that this movie was made for children. Space Jam has all the humor of the classic shorts that made us love Bugs, Daffy and all the rest. Michael Jordan actually wasn't that bad in this movie, considering he is not a professional actor. Bill Murray was very hilarious. Thumbs up on this one.

    "That's all folks!"
    7pootc

    A cult classic, right place and right time.

    A cult classic, right place and right time.

    Basketball legend and global icon Michael Jordan is thrust into the world of Bugs Bunny and the Looney Tunes to defend their freedom in a basketball game against the maniacal Mr. Swackhammer and his team of Monstars who have stolen the talent from NBA Superstars.

    That's all plotwise folks, it's no masterpiece and goes for only 87 minutes but it is original, funny and has a fantastic soundtrack.

    Michael jordan is no actor but he's very endearing and he's backed up with the comedic talents like Wayne Knight and Bill Murray along with some other great cameos from the NBA landscape.

    "Spacejam" is a good time for families and basketball fans alike.
    7Zanman720

    The Movie of My Childhood, and Still Today.

    Arguably my favorite movie of All Time, Space Jam was an instant classic from the first time i laid eyes on it as an Infant. Even though you may not entirely understand everything that is going on in the movie at a Young age, it is still pretty easy to get into the movie.

    Not spoiling anything in this movie in this Review..but i will say that even today it is an entertaining Movie that i will pick up here and there and still have a fun time watching. Such a simple storyline, yet enjoyable down the years. Michael Jordan, Looney Tunes, and your classic cartoon villains trying to take over.

    This is just one of the Movies that, well...got me interested in movies. And that's why i gave it a 10. Not necessarily just because it was my favorite....it had a lot of elements that i simply enjoy. And on top of everything, its a movie about Basketball, which is something i'm passionate about.

    In all honesty, when it comes right down to it. I can only say one thing. If you haven't seen this movie yet, or even haven't watched it in a while. Go pick it up. You'll find yourself having a very entertaining time. Guaranteed.

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    • Trivia
      Towards the end of the basketball game, Daffy asks Bill Murray, "Exactly how did you get here?" Murray responds, "The producer is a friend of mine," referring to producer Ivan Reitman, who worked with Murray on Meatballs (1979), Stripes (1981), and the Ghostbusters movies.
    • Goofs
      When Daffy Duck is strutting down the runway showing off his many different looks, his basketball sneakers are shaped like regular sneakers at the toe. In the next shot, they are shaped like his webbed feet.
    • Quotes

      Bill Murray: It's 'cause I'm white, isn't it?

      Michael Jordan: No. Larry's white, so what?

      Bill Murray: Larry's not white. Larry's clear.

    • Crazy credits
      After the credits, various characters quarrel over who gets to say "That's All Folks", then 'Michael Jordan' says "Can I go home now?" Then the Looney Tunes "That's all folks!" written text slides over.
    • Alternate versions
      Due to a two-hour time slot for some cable channels:
      • The Stan Polodak deflation scene was shortened due to 9/11 attacks.
      • The closing credits is in a black background and slide-showed, while omitting the "That's All Folks" post-credit.
    • Connections
      Alternate-language version of Toonpur Ka Superrhero (2010)
    • Soundtracks
      Fly Like An Eagle
      Written by Steve Miller

      Produced by Seal

      Additional production by Rashad Smith and Armando Colon

      Performed by Seal

      Courtesy of ZTT Records Limited/Warner Music UK Limited/Warner Bros. Records Inc.

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • November 15, 1996 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official Facebook
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Space Jam: El juego del siglo
    • Filming locations
      • Hoover Metropolitan Stadium, Hoover, Alabama, USA(Barons baseball stadium's opening daytime scene)
    • Production companies
      • Warner Bros.
      • Northern Lights Entertainment
      • Courtside Seats Productions
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $80,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $90,594,962
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $27,528,529
      • Nov 17, 1996
    • Gross worldwide
      • $230,594,962
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 28m(88 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • DTS-Stereo
      • Dolby
      • SDDS
      • Dolby Atmos
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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