During summer vacation Nobita picks up a small rocket containing Papi, a palm-sized alien president escaping rebels on his home planet Pirika.
Visual Effects
Pirika's cosmic landscapes rival some live-action space operas.
Direction
Yamaguchi balances epic stakes with Nobita's classic bumbling charm.
Writing
Papi's arc from helpless refugee to inspiring leader actually lands.
Director
Susumu Yamaguchi
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This 2021 remake replaces the 1985 original's hand-drawn aesthetic with full CG Doraemon, sparking heated fan debates about 'soul' vs. polish.
The title's 'Little Star Wars' nod isn't just cute—it's a rare official acknowledgment of how deeply Lucasfilm influenced 1980s Japanese pop culture.
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