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space opera

[op-er-uh, op-ruh] / ˈɒp ər ə, ˈɒp rə /


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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




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