space opera

Example Sentences

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It's a genre of movie he is no stranger to, having starred in Neil Armstrong biography First Man in 2018, whilst he is also set to appear in the upcoming Star Wars: Starfighter space opera.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

The result is what you might expect from the “cinéma du look” pioneer, best known for “Léon: The Professional” and his sci-fi space opera “The Fifth Element.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

They were simply shoving the stars of a blockbuster space opera into a variety special format that worked well enough in previous decades.

From Salon • Dec. 9, 2024

Sofia Boutella and Djimon Hounsou lead the ensemble cast in Snyder’s “Star War” riff space opera.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 14, 2024

Folks need to get their space opera life right.

From "On the Come Up" by Angie Thomas