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Space Force
Promotional release poster
GenreComedy
Created byGreg Daniels
Steve Carell
Starring
ComposerCarter Burwell[1]
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes10 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producers
Camera setupSingle-camera
Running time27–36 minutes
Production companies
Original release
NetworkNetflix
ReleaseMay 29, 2020 (2020-05-29) –
present

Space Force is an American comedy web television series created by Greg Daniels and Steve Carell, starring Carell, John Malkovich, Ben Schwartz, Diana Silvers and Tawny Newsome.[2][3][4] The series premiered on Netflix on May 29, 2020.[5] It features the last television performance by comedian Fred Willard, who died on May 15, 2020.[6]

Premise

Space Force is a workplace comedy series that centers on a group of people tasked with establishing the sixth branch of the United States Armed Forces, the United States Space Force.[2] Carell's character, Mark Naird, is the general in charge of the effort and the series follows his collaboration to get "boots on the moon" per the orders of the President.[7]

Cast

Main

Recurring

Episodes

No.TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
1"THE LAUNCH"Paul KingSteve Carell & Greg DanielsMay 29, 2020 (2020-05-29)
Air Force Lieutenant General Mark Naird is promoted to full four-star general and is hoping to take over as the Chief of Staff of the Air Force. However, he is appointed as the first Chief of Operations of the newest United States military branch: the United States Space Force. His family, including daughter Erin and wife Maggie, are relocated to Colorado. One year later, the Space Force is about to launch a new satellite called Epsilon 6 into orbit. The Space Force is disorganized and fledgling, Mark is constantly bombarded by obstacles and adversaries, Erin detests her new home, and Maggie is now in prison. Against the advice of his advisors and scientists, including Space Force scientist Dr. Adrian Mallory, Mark orders the launch of Epsilon 6. Despite initial concerns, and in front of a delegation of prominent members of Congress, Epsilon 6 successfully reaches orbit. Later that night, as Mark and Adrian celebrate, Mark, observing Epsilon 6 through a telescope, sees a Chinese satellite clip the solar panels, the satellite's only power source, putting Epsilon 6 in jeopardy.
2"SAVE EPSILON 6!"Tom MarshallGreg DanielsMay 29, 2020 (2020-05-29)
3"MARK AND MALLORY GO TO WASHINGTON"Tom MarshallShepard BoucherMay 29, 2020 (2020-05-29)
4"LUNAR HABITAT"Paul KingLauren HousemanMay 29, 2020 (2020-05-29)
5"SPACE FLAG"Dee ReesBrent ForresterMay 29, 2020 (2020-05-29)
6"THE SPY"Dee ReesAasia Lashay Bullock & Connor HinesMay 29, 2020 (2020-05-29)
7"EDISON JAYMES"Jeff BlitzYael GreenMay 29, 2020 (2020-05-29)
8"CONJUGAL VISIT"David RogersMaxwell Theodore VivianMay 29, 2020 (2020-05-29)
9"IT'S GOOD TO BE BACK ON THE MOON"Daina ReidPaul LiebersteinMay 29, 2020 (2020-05-29)
10"PROPORTIONATE RESPONSE"Daina ReidGreg DanielsMay 29, 2020 (2020-05-29)

Production

Development

On January 16, 2019, it was announced that Netflix had given the production a series order for a ten-episode first season.[3][4] The series is co-created by Greg Daniels and Steve Carell and is executive produced by Daniels, Carell, and Howard Klein through 3 Arts Entertainment.[2]

Casting

Alongside the initial series order announcement, it was confirmed that Carell would star in the series.[2]

On September 26, 2019, it was announced that John Malkovich, Ben Schwartz, Diana Silvers and Tawny Newsome had joined that series as main cast and Jimmy O. Yang, Alex Sparrow and Don Lake as recurring cast.[15][16] In October 2019, Noah Emmerich, Fred Willard and Jessica St. Clair joined the cast in recurring roles.[17][18] In April 2020, it was announced Lisa Kudrow had joined the cast in a recurring role.[19] In May 2020, it was reported that Jane Lynch and Roy Wood Jr. were cast in recurring roles.[11][10]

Filming

Principal photography for the first season commenced in Los Angeles, California on September 26, 2019 and ended on January 10, 2020.[20][21]

Release

On May 5, 2020, a teaser trailer for the series was released.[22] The series was released on Netflix on May 29, 2020.[5]

Reception

On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the series holds an approval rating of 38% based on 40 reviews, with an average rating of 6.01/10. The site's critics consensus reads: "An all-star cast and blockbuster-worthy special effects aren't enough to keep Space Force's uneven blend of earnestness and satire from spinning quickly out of comedic orbit."[23] On Metacritic, the series has a weighted average score of 47 out of 100, based on 30 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews".[24]

References

  1. ^ "Carter Burwell Scoring Netflix's 'Space Force' | Film Music Reporter". filmmusicreporter.com. Retrieved May 12, 2020. Carter Burwell (Fargo, Carol, Twilight, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, True Grit) has recently scored the first season of the upcoming Netflix original series Space Force
  2. ^ a b c d Andreeva, Nellie (January 16, 2019). "'Space Force' Workplace Comedy Series From 'The Office's Steve Carell & Greg Daniels Ordered By Netflix". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 26, 2019.
  3. ^ a b Otterson, Joe (January 16, 2019). "'Space Force' Comedy Series From Steve Carell, Greg Daniels Set at Netflix". Variety. Retrieved September 26, 2019.
  4. ^ a b Otterson, Joe (September 26, 2019). "John Malkovich, Ben Schwartz Among Seven Cast in Netflix 'Space Force' Series Alongside Steve Carell". Variety. Retrieved September 26, 2019.
  5. ^ a b Petski, Denise (April 8, 2020). "'Space Force': Greg Daniels-Steve Carell Comedy Series Gets Netflix Premiere Date; Lisa Kudrow Casting Revealed". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved April 8, 2020.
  6. ^ Kreps, Daniel; Kreps, Daniel (May 16, 2020). "Fred Willard, 'Best in Show' and 'A Mighty Wind' Actor, Dead at 86". Rolling Stone. Retrieved May 20, 2020.
  7. ^ "Get first look at Steve Carell's Trump-tweaking Netflix comedy 'Space Force'". EW.com. Retrieved May 17, 2020.
  8. ^ Insinna, Valerie (May 6, 2020). "Space Force top general to Steve Carell: 'Get a haircut.'". Military Times. Retrieved May 7, 2020. although Raymond said Carell is a "great actor," he wasn't sure if the star of "The Office" had the right look to play him.
  9. ^ "Space Force on Netflix: Release date, trailer, cast and everything we know". Tom's Guide. Retrieved May 7, 2020. John Malkovich as Dr. Adrian Mallory, Space Force scientist and a parody of Dr. Strangelove
  10. ^ a b Heath, Paul (May 5, 2020). "Space Force' Trailer: Steve Carell Leads The Netflix Original Series". The Hollywood News. Retrieved May 5, 2020.
  11. ^ a b Newman, Vicki (May 5, 2020). "First look at Steve Carell in Space Force as he reunites with team behind The Office". Daily Mirror. Retrieved May 5, 2020.
  12. ^ a b c Bojalad, Alec (May 5, 2020). "Space Force: Steve Carell Gets a Promotion in New Trailer for Netflix Series". Den of Geek. Retrieved May 13, 2020.
  13. ^ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/review/space-force-review-1295696
  14. ^ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/review/space-force-review-1295696
  15. ^ Andreeva, Nellie; Petski, Denise (September 26, 2019). "'Space Force': John Malkovich, Ben Schwartz Among 6 Cast In Greg Daniels-Steve Carell Netflix Comedy Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 26, 2019.
  16. ^ Porter, Rick (September 26, 2019). "John Malkovich, Ben Schwartz Join Steve Carell in Netflix's 'Space Force'". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved September 27, 2019.
  17. ^ Reimann, Tom (October 23, 2019). "'Space Force' Cast Adds Noah Emmerich, Fred Willard, and Jessica St. Clair". Collider. Retrieved October 24, 2019.
  18. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (October 23, 2019). "'Space Force': Noah Emmerich, Fred Willard & Jessica St. Clair Join Cast Of Netflix Comedy Series". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved October 24, 2019.
  19. ^ Turchiano, Danielle (April 8, 2020). "Lisa Kudrow Joins Steve Carell in 'Space Force,' Netflix Sets Premiere Date". Variety. Retrieved April 8, 2020.
  20. ^ Fisher, Jacob (August 27, 2019). "The Pre-Production #2 – 'WandaVision', 'Halo', 'The Wheel Of Time', 'Space Force', 'The Mandalorian' Season 2". Discussing Film. Retrieved September 27, 2019.
  21. ^ Moore, Kasey (January 13, 2020). "'Space Force' Season 1 on Netflix: What We Know So Far". WhatOnNetflix. Retrieved January 13, 2020.
  22. ^ White, Peter (May 5, 2020). "'Space Force': Steve Carell & Greg Daniels Discuss Origin Story Of Netflix Comedy As Streamer Unveils First Teaser Trailer". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 5, 2020.
  23. ^ "Space Force: Season 1 (2020)". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved May 29, 2020.
  24. ^ "Space Force: Season 1 reviews". Metacritic. Retrieved May 29, 2020.
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