Overview
In the 22nd century, a paraplegic Marine is dispatched to the moon Pandora on a unique mission, but becomes torn between following orders and protecting an alien civilization.
MovieMagicScore Overview
Auto-generatedJames Cameron's landmark 2009 epic transports viewers to the lush alien moon Pandora in the 22nd century, where a paralyzed Marine joins a remote mission and finds himself torn between his orders and his growing bond with a native civilization. A sweeping blend of action, adventure, and science fiction, it pairs groundbreaking visual spectacle with themes of identity, ecology, and cultural conflict. The tone is immersive and awe-driven, built for the big-canvas experience. With a MagicMovieScore of 7.6, it is essential for fans of large-scale world-building and visionary sci-fi adventure.
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Top Cast
Sam Worthington
Jake Sully
Zoe Saldaña
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Sigourney Weaver
Dr. Grace Augustine
Stephen Lang
Colonel Miles Quaritch
Michelle Rodriguez
Trudy Chacon
Giovanni Ribisi
Parker Selfridge
Joel David Moore
Norm Spellman
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Movie Info
Release Date
December 16, 2009
Runtime
2h 42m
Rating
PG-13
Genres
Action, Adventure, Science Fiction
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