Where to start withStarship Troopers
2 versions · originally a film, 1997
Themes: War Propaganda, Fascism Satire, Coming-of-Age, Xenophobia, Technocracy.
Start with Starship Troopers (Paul Verhoeven, 1997) — the film. Starship Troopers exists in 2 versions across media, beginning as a film in 1997; each is ranked below by what it does best.
Starship Troopers is a visceral, satirical examination of fascist military culture framed through the lens of brutal interstellar warfare.
✦ Most fans start here
Starship Troopers (1997)
The original movie
✦ Start hereStarship Troopers
Paul Verhoeven · Film · 1997
Starship Troopers (1997) serves as the definitive satirical masterpiece, utilizing Paul Verhoeven’s distinct lens to critique propaganda and militarism while delivering a high-octane, quintessential science fiction cinematic experience.
2012 film
Starship Troopers: Invasion
Shinji Aramaki · Film · 2012
Starship Troopers: Invasion (2012) shifts the focus toward pure action-oriented animation, offering a grittier, tactical perspective on bug-hunting missions that prioritizes spectacle and modern combat sequences over the original's biting satire.
Common questions
What order should I watch the Starship Troopers movies in?
You should start with the 1997 Starship Troopers movie. After finishing the original, you can continue the series by watching the 2012 animated film titled Starship Troopers: Invasion.
Is Starship Troopers: Invasion a direct sequel to the 1997 Starship Troopers?
Yes, Starship Troopers: Invasion serves as a sequel within the film franchise. It continues the story established in the 1997 Starship Troopers movie through a different animated format.
How long is the Starship Troopers movie from 1997?
The 1997 Starship Troopers movie has a runtime of approximately 129 minutes. This original film sets the foundation for the franchise before you move on to later entries like Starship Troopers: Invasion.
Should I watch Starship Troopers: Invasion if I enjoyed the 1997 Starship Troopers?
If you enjoyed the 1997 Starship Troopers, you should watch Starship Troopers: Invasion to see how the franchise expands. This 2012 title provides a different visual approach to the conflict established in the first film.