Space Jam Review – Michael Jordan's 90s Merch Hocking Basketball Blockbuster Rises Again The re release of "Space Jam" is a nostalgic throwback, but also a reminder that even the most cringe worthy cultural artifacts can be dusted off and peddled as retro entertainment.
The film, released in 1996, was a commercial partnership between Michael Jordan and Warner Bros. , designed to cash in on the Looney Tunes brand and the NBA superstar's massive popularity.
The plot revolves around an evil alien invasion that can only be defeated by a high stakes basketball game. This simplistic, formulaic tale relies on cheap gags and slapstick humor.