Movies like Zathura: A Space Adventure

Key Features:: Board game, Space adventure, Sibling rivalry, Magical realism, Escapism, Family, Astronaut, Science fiction, Childrens film, Problem-solving, Teamwork, Interdimensional travel, Danger, Transformation, Coming-of-age
Tone:: humorous, suspense-driven, whimsical
Target Audience:: Family audiences, Adventure seekers, Science fiction fans, Children
Emotional Arc:: Boredom → Fear → Excitement

Zathura: A Space Adventure

2005-11-06

After their father is called into work, two young boys, Walter and Danny, are left in the care of their teenage sister, Lisa, and told they must stay inside. Walter and Danny, who anticipate a boring day, are shocked when they begin playing Zathura, a space-themed board game, which they realize has mystical powers when their house is shot into space. With the help of an astronaut, the boys attempt to return home.

Genres

Science Fiction, Adventure, Family

Cast

Josh Hutcherson, Jonah Bobo, Dax Shepard, Kristen Stewart, Tim Robbins, Frank Oz, John Alexander, Derek Mears, Douglas Tait, Joe Bucaro III

Crew

Jon Favreau, David Koepp, John Kamps

Rating

★6.4(3449 votes)