Battle Beyond the Stars

In this 1980 sci-fi adventure directed by Jimmy T. Murakami, a young farmer from a peaceful planet seeks out mercenaries to help defend his home from an impending invasion by a tyrannical warlord. The film features notable performances by Richard Thomas, Robert Vaughn, and George Peppard. While it didn’t win any major awards, it is remembered for its special effects and the involvement of James Cameron in the art department. For those interested, the movie can be viewed on Soap2day for free.