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3rd Rock from the Sun
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3rd Rock from the Sun

1996-01-09 · 22 min / episode · ★ 7.5

Family · Sci-Fi & Fantasy · Comedy · Drama

The high commander of an alien expedition lands on Earth -- what he considers to be the least-important planet -- in human form as Dick Solomon. Along for the ride are his alien compatriots Harry, Sally and Tommy -- who is the eldest of the group but is now angrily trapped in a teen's body.

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Creators
Terry Turner, Bonnie Turner
Production companies
Carsey-Werner Company
Countries
United States of America
Status
Ended

Top Cast

John LithgowJohn LithgowDick Solomon
Kristen JohnstonKristen JohnstonSally Solomon
Jane CurtinJane CurtinMary Albright
Joseph Gordon-LevittJoseph Gordon-LevittTommy Solomon
French StewartFrench StewartHarry Solomon
Simbi KhaliSimbi KhaliNina Campbell
Wayne KnightWayne KnightDon Orville
Elmarie WendelElmarie WendelMrs. Dubcek

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