WOW! U.F.O. (2005)
A Thai family comedy about a city kid, a countryside summer, mysterious crop circles, and the question every child loves: are aliens real?
WOW! U.F.O. - Movie Information
WOW! U.F.O. - Plot
Toh Tae from Bangkok, aged 10, goes out to the countryside to stay with his relatives for his summer vacation. As they get near to his summer home they pass local villagers staring at a crop circle. They don't know what it is but Toh Tae does. Soon after staying in that area with his local friends who are all untrusted by the locals he thinks he finds something suspicious but at first no one believes them. Is it UFO's and Aliens?
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WOW! U.F.O. - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Adsajun Sattagovit
Main Cast
- Jaroenporn Onlamai
- ทัศราภรณ์ จันทร์ประทัด
- Tadsaraporn Junpratad
- Isawa Chuawpong
- Jerasak Pinsuwan
- Teerayat Prechabomrung
- Jirayu La-ongmanee
Writers
- Watinee Olakorn
- Adsajun Sattagovit
Producers
- Poj Arnon
WOW! U.F.O. - FAQs
What is WOW! U.F.O. about?
WOW! U.F.O. follows Toh Tae, a curious 10-year-old from Bangkok, who heads to the countryside for summer vacation and stumbles upon mysterious crop circles near his relatives' home. Convinced aliens are involved, he sets out to uncover the truth with his new local friends — even when no one believes them.
Is WOW! U.F.O. suitable for kids?
Absolutely. WOW! U.F.O. is a lighthearted Thai family comedy aimed squarely at younger audiences. Its blend of childhood adventure, rural humor, and alien mystery makes it an enjoyable watch for kids and families alike, with nothing particularly intense or frightening on screen.
Do the kids actually find aliens in WOW! U.F.O.?
That's the big question the film keeps you guessing on! Toh Tae and his friends are convinced something extraterrestrial is behind the crop circles, but the adults around them remain skeptical. Whether their suspicions turn out to be right is part of the fun — best discovered by watching it yourself.
Who are the main actors in WOW! U.F.O.?
The cast includes Jaroenporn Onlamai, Tadsaraporn Junpratad, Isawa Chuawpong, Jerasak Pinsuwan, Teerayat Prechabomrung, and Jirayu La-ongmanee. Notably, Jirayu La-ongmanee would go on to become one of Thailand's most recognized young actors in the years following this early appearance.
Who directed WOW! U.F.O.?
WOW! U.F.O. was directed by Adsajun Sattagovit, who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Watinee Olakorn. The film was produced by Poj Arnon, a prolific name in Thai cinema known for producing a wide range of popular local productions.
Is WOW! U.F.O. based on a true story?
No, WOW! U.F.O. is not based on a true story. It's an original fictional comedy that draws on the universal fascination with crop circles and UFO mythology to craft a fun, imaginative adventure for children. The crop circle premise gives the story a playful sense of mystery and wonder.
What are some movies similar to WOW! U.F.O.?
If you enjoyed WOW! U.F.O., you might also like CJ7 (2008), a heartwarming alien-and-kid story from Stephen Chow, Planet 51 (2009), or Skyrunners (2009). For more family-friendly adventures with a similar spirit, Foster (2011) and Mixtape (2021) are also worth checking out.
How long is WOW! U.F.O.?
WOW! U.F.O. runs for 74 minutes — just over an hour. That compact runtime makes it a breezy, easy watch, especially well-suited for younger viewers who might not sit through a longer feature. It keeps the pace brisk and the adventure moving from start to finish.
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