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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

“The Phantom Menace” left no doubt of that, revealing Lucas to be less of some space opera guru than a guy more skilled at whiz-bang effects than character development or thoughtful exposition.

From Salon • May 25, 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