Official movie poster for Wing Commander (1999), a science fiction action film

Wing Commander(1999)

At the edge of our universe, all hell is about to break loose.

4.8(295)1h 40m1999-03-11
Science FictionActionAdventure

Wing Commander Synopsis

In the mid-27th century, the Terran Confederation is at war with the vicious alien Kilrathi Empire. When the Kilrathi capture a crucial navigational device that could lead them to Earth, the Confederation’s only hope rests with a small group of young fighter pilots. Lieutenant Christopher Blair, along with his wingman Todd 'Maniac' Marshall and Commander Jeanette 'Angel' Deveraux, must intercept the alien fleet and prevent the destruction of mankind. Battling overwhelming odds and racing against time, they face not only external threats but also inner fears and rivalries as they fight to save Earth from annihilation.

Wing Commander (1999) is a science fiction, action and adventure film directed by Christopher Roberts, released on March 11, 1999 with a runtime of 1h 40m. It stars Freddie Prinze Jr., Saffron Burrows, Matthew Lillard and Tchéky Karyo. Viewers rate it 4.8 out of 10 across 295 ratings.

Director:
Christopher Roberts
Writers:
Christopher Roberts
Producers:
Donna Burkons, Joseph Newton Cohen
Cinematographer:
Thierry Arbogast
Composer:
David Arnold
Production:
Wing Commander Productions, American Entertainment Investors, Digital Anvil, No Prisoners Productions, Origin Systems Inc., The Carousel Picture Company
Budget:
$30,000,000
Revenue:
$11,578,022
Status:
Released

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Wing Commander Reviews & Ratings

Average viewer score of 4.8/10 from 295 ratings.

CinemaSerf

5/10

I love my old science fiction - it's the one area that Netflix/Amazon etc. never seem to cover properly - so I still tend to buy discs. Luckily I got this for under £5. I thought the cast looked ok, so figured it couldn't be that bad. The score is suitably galactic and the special effects are not too bad at all; but the acting is eclipsed only in naffness by the script. Freddie Prinze Jr & Matthew Lillard are a…

Reviewed on August 28, 2023

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Wing Commander – Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Wing Commander online?

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Wing Commander (1999) is currently available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Apple TV Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.

Who stars in Wing Commander?

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The main cast of Wing Commander (1999) includes Freddie Prinze Jr., Saffron Burrows, Matthew Lillard, Tchéky Karyo and Jürgen Prochnow. The film was directed by Christopher Roberts. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.

When was Wing Commander released?

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Wing Commander was released on March 11, 1999 and runs for 1h 40m.

Is Wing Commander worth watching?

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Wing Commander (1999) holds an average rating of 4.8 out of 10 from 295 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy science fiction, action and adventure films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.

Is there a trailer for Wing Commander?

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Yes. The official Wing Commander trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.