Super producer Dino De Laurentiis brought Alex Raymond's beloved cartoon strip and the long running movie serial to the big screen for a delirious space opera, where Flash is King of the Impossible!

Merciless Emperor Ming (Max von Sydow) decides to wreak havoc on Earth in a moment of cruel boredom. Boarding a rocket as a means of escape, star quarterback Flash Gordon, Dale Arden, and Dr. Hans Zarkov find themselves on Mongo. Taken prisoner Flash must save Dale from becoming Ming's concubine, avoid the amorous intentions of Ming's wicked daughter Aura, and unite the warring Kingdoms of Mongo.

Flash Gordon
Director: Mike Hodges
Running time: 1h 51m
Year: 1980
Rated: PG

Concession opens and music starts at 7:00pm

Music by Niña Mendoza

Film starts at 8:45pm

Admission to Deckchair Cinema is by a suggested donation of $10-$20, courtesy of BMO Financial Group, and includes popcorn as well as access to the Gallery’s summer exhibition Star Witnesses, a cosmic journey through art and history.

Reserve a picnic table by donating in advance

View the full Deckchair Cinema Summer of Sci-Fi lineup here

About Deckchair Cinema
You are invited to enjoy classic films under the stars on Cates Deck in front of the Gallery. Now in its fourth year, Deckchair Cinema treats audiences to a summer of al fresco film screenings. Hosted for nine Thursdays beginning July 3, the screenings commence at sunset, and will be complemented by music and entertainment leading up to curtain time. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early and make themselves comfortable by bringing their own blankets or low chairs. A concession stand will feature drinks from Strathcona Beer Company.