About the Film
The town of Newnan are seeing little green men everywhere. The military have arrived and are on the lookout for UFOs. Everyone's high strung and Sheriff Hall (Bud Spencer) is left to deal with the aftermaths of the hysteria. On his way home from patrol he happens upon a little boy claiming to be an alien by the name of H7-25. At first the sheriff doesn't believe the boy, but with the mounting evidence, even he must eventually concede. Soon the military is after Sheriff Hall and H7-25, and it is up to the sheriff to keep the boy safe and beat up large swaths of soldiers so H7-25 can go home.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy and science fiction and action movie from 1979. Directed by Michele Lupo, and starring Bud Spencer, Raimund Harmstorf, Cary Guffey The town of Newnan are seeing little green men everywhere.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.4/10, The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Time Investment: At a brisk 1h 28m, it's a tight, efficient movie that respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy movies that blends comedy with science fiction elements, The Sheriff and the Satellite Kid deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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Bud Spencer
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Raimund Harmstorf
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