Produced by (the team behind the Commandos series) and directed by Jorge Blanco, the film was a major international co-production. Beyond the silver screen, the franchise expanded into the gaming world:
: A Nintendo DS version was also released, offering a toned-down, accessible take on the movie's adventures. Planet 51
The story is set on Planet 51, a vibrant world populated by little green citizens whose society mirrors the idealized . Life is peaceful, centered around white picket fences, classic cars, and a healthy—if slightly paranoid—fear of "alien" invaders from outer space. Produced by (the team behind the Commandos series)
: A teenage alien who just landed a job at the local planetarium museum and is trying to navigate the typical struggles of young adulthood, including impressing the girl next door. Life is peaceful, centered around white picket fences,
The peace is shattered when , an American astronaut, lands his ship in the middle of a backyard barbecue. Expecting to find an uninhabited rock, Chuck is shocked to discover a thriving civilization that views him as a "humaniac" monster. Characters and Storyline