Sci-Fi Thriller or Western in Outer Space?

Season 10 of The BIG Sci‑Fi Podcast launches with a deep dive into Outland (1981), the gritty sci‑fi thriller starring the legendary Sean Connery. Once dismissed as a box‑office disappointment, this atmospheric space‑frontier tale has slowly built a loyal cult following. But does it deserve a place among Sci-Fi's underrated gems, or is it simply a high‑noon showdown transplanted to Jupiter’s moon Io?

Our crew breaks down the film’s world‑building, themes, production design, and Connery’s steely performance as Marshal William O'Neil. Along the way, they debate the big question:
Is Outland true science fiction… or just a western wearing a space suit?

Strap in for a thoughtful, fun, and spirited conversation as we kick off a brand‑new season of sci‑fi exploration.

Listen now and boldly go with us into Season 10!

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