Movies like SpaceCamp

Steven Spielberg's E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is a beloved classic that, like SpaceCamp, centers around young characters and their extraordinary encounter with an alien being. It’s a heartwarming tale that shares the theme of friendship and adventure beyond our world.

Apollo 13 is a gripping retelling of the real-life space mission that faced significant in-flight challenges. For viewers who liked SpaceCamp's space-related drama and suspense, this film offers a more intense and historic perspective on space exploration.

Zathura: A Space Adventure tells the story of two brothers who play a magical board game that propels their house into outer space. Its adventure and space theme will attract those who enjoy movies like SpaceCamp that combine family dynamics with sci-fi elements.

Based on a true story, October Sky is an inspiring tale of a boy who dreams of building rockets, despite his blue-collar roots. Although more grounded than SpaceCamp, it shares an interest in spaceflight and the pursuit of one's dreams against all odds.

Flight of the Navigator combines adventure with a touch of the extraterrestrial when a 12-year-old boy is abducted by a spaceship and experiences time travel. Like SpaceCamp, it features a young protagonist experiencing the wonders (and perils) of spaceflight.

Space Cowboys might be more appealing to an older audience but it retains the space mission motif central to SpaceCamp. This film adds a comedic touch, as retired astronauts are called back into action, blending the camaraderie of SpaceCamp with a dash of humor.

In The Last Starfighter, a teenager skilled at an arcade video game is recruited by an alien defense force to fight in an interstellar war. This film shares the theme of an ordinary person being thrust into an extraordinary space adventure, resonating with fans of SpaceCamp's space exploration excitement.

Explorers is a sci-fi adventure that captures the imagination of young audiences, much like SpaceCamp. It follows a group of kids who build their own spacecraft and embark on a whimsical journey, offering a blend of 80s nostalgia and a story of friendship and discovery.