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

“Star Wars” is a space opera and a series of family movies made, in part, with toy licensing in mind.

From Salon • Sep. 8, 2025

The main, and most interesting characters, in HBO’s space opera are Valya Harkonnen, played by Emily Watson, and her sister Tula, played by Olivia Williams.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 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