Battle of the Stars

Battle of the Stars

1978 · 95 min · ★ 3.4 · Science Fiction, Action

An alien vessel manages to break the earth defense systems. Captain Layton is sent to investigate and find the invaders. Together with friends from the planet Ganymed he discovers the enemies in a hidden underground city on earth.

Directed by Alfonso Brescia · Written by Massimo Lo Jacono

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