A Brief History of Space Films Since Star Wars

The Star Wars trilogies are some of the most popular films in the history of cinema. The saga’s classic characters and cutting-edge special effects introduced the science-fiction genre to millions of new fans, and its record breaking box-office revenue (approximately $4.3 billion combined) revolutionized the way Hollywood makes movies, for better or worse. Over the years, the unprecedented success of the franchise has spawned numerous imitators. While many of these films have been forgettable duds, others have gone on to become cherished Sci-Fi classics in their own right. Check out which films were successful and which films became critical “black holes” with our brief history visualized below.