The Last Starfighter (1984) Cast: Then vs Now 2026

The Last Starfighter (1984) turned a small-town teenager into the galaxy's last hope — and 40 years later, we're catching up with the cast who brought Rylos and the Star League to life. From Lance Guest as Alex Rogan to Robert Preston's unforgettable Centauri, this beloved sci-fi cult classic was one of the first films to use groundbreaking CGI. In this then-and-now tribute we look back at the stars of the film, where they are today, and remember the cast members who've sadly passed on. Featuring Lance Guest, Catherine Mary Stewart, Robert Preston, Dan O'Herlihy, Norman Snow, Barbara Bosson, Chris Hebert, Kay E. Kuter and more. Which scene from The Last Starfighter is your favourite? Let us know in the comments — and don't forget to like and subscribe for more then-and-now cast tributes to your favourite classic films. #80snostalgia #ThenAndNow #80sMovies #nowandthen #shorts