Star Kid

Star Kid

Year: 1997

Runtime: 101 mins

Language: English

Director: Manny Coto

AdventureActionFamilyScience Fiction

When a meteor crashes in the town junkyard, shy seventh‑grader Spencer Griffith discovers a friendly alien robot called Cybersuit. Donning the suit transforms him into a confident hero, giving him the power to battle invading extraterrestrials and protect his community. The wise, powerful Cybersuit guides Spencer as he learns to wield its advanced abilities, turning his ordinary life into a high‑stakes adventure.

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1

Meteorite crash and Cy discovery

One night, a meteorite crashes into a nearby junkyard, drawing Spencer out of his house. He discovers the meteorite is a small rocket containing a Cybersuit with artificial intelligence. He decides to try it on and begins to adjust to its power.

one night Junkyard
2

Spencer melds with Cy and tests its powers

Spencer melds with Cy and quickly adjusts to the suit's new speed and strength. He tests its primary functions, learning how it can enhance his movements and actions. He gives the suit the name 'Cy' and starts to explore what he can do in town.

one night Junkyard
3

Cy fuels Spencer's first outing: bullying and bravado

Using Cy, Spencer latches onto a chance to get back at the town bully, Manfred 'Turbo' Bruntley. He uses the suit’s powers to turn the tables and make his mark. The nighttime antics mark the first stretch of his newfound independence.

late night Town streets
4

Cy saves Michelle at the Rock-O-Plane ride

Spencer uses Cy to rescue Michelle Eberhardt and her friends from a damaged Rock-O-Plane ride. The daring save demonstrates Cy's power and cements the growing bond between Spencer and his crush. The incident takes place at the amusement park's Rock-O-Plane attraction.

late night Rock-O-Plane ride, Amusement park
5

Drive-thru chaos and kitchen chaos

In the process of testing Cy, Spencer orders food from a fast-food drive-thru, marveling at commanding the delivery with the suit. The moment blends humor with a glimpse of Cy's practical uses. He begins to realize the consequences of wielding such power in everyday life.

late night Fast-food drive-thru
6

House misadventure: fridge incident

That night, Cy's influence triggers a chaotic incident as Spencer accidentally trashes part of his house while fiddling with the suit. He learns that Cy's functionality can be messy and unpredictable in a domestic setting. The mishap underscores the gap between ordinary life and the power he wields.

late night Spencer's house
7

Cy's odd eating and bathroom quirks

Spencer discovers that Cy has odd needs, including unusual eating habits and awkward bathroom moments when the suit is active. He figures out a workaround to eat take-out, but the process is unappealing and inconvenient. The new dependencies make late-night life both exciting and burdensome.

late night Spencer's house
8

Broodwarrior arrives; Spencer abandons Cy

A Broodwarrior arrives on Earth, sent to seize Cy for its alien masters. Spencer escapes by forcing Cy to release him, and ends up abandoning Cy rather than face the threat. The encounter marks a turning point in his relationship with the suit and the danger around it.

night Earth outskirts
9

Spencer returns for Cy with Turbo's help

Back home, Spencer recalls MidKnight Warrior and resolves to try again, inspired by a sense of courage. He decides to search for Cy once more, aided by Turbo who unexpectedly becomes his friend. They head toward the junkyard to retrieve Cy.

night Junkyard
10

Turbo joins the plan to distract the Broodwarrior

Turbo joins Spencer as they devise a plan to distract the Broodwarrior and recover Cy. The two head back to the junkyard to stage their counterattack. The plan centers on using the environment to level the playing field.

night Junkyard
11

Rescue and battle in the junkyard

Spencer and Turbo rescue Cy from the Broodwarrior's grasp and engage in a brutal battle among the junkyard scraps. The Broodwarrior gains the upper hand, dealing heavy blows that damage Cy and force Spencer to retreat. Cy is left severely damaged as the fight intensifies.

night Junkyard
12

Car-crusher trap ends the Broodwarrior

Spencer hides Cy beneath scrap metal to shield it from the Broodwarrior's blows, continuing the fight from cover. He and Turbo press the assault, buying time for Cy to heal. Turbo finds a control panel and triggers the ice cream truck's crusher, trapping and destroying the Broodwarrior.

night Junkyard
13

Cy repaired by Tenris De'Thar; badge of bravery

Tenris De'Thar and a small group of Trelkin soldiers arrive from a giant UFO orbiting Earth to repair Cy and revive it after the battle. They commend Spencer for his bravery as they depart. The head alien presents him with a badge before leaving for space.

late night Junkyard vicinity
14

Morning after: Spencer talks with Michelle

The next day at school, a now confident Spencer starts a conversation with Michelle, encouraged by Turbo's friendship. He steps into a new sense of self as he faces the day with Cy by his side. Michelle responds with curiosity, signaling a possible new start.

the next day School

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