The ship/captain. An android vessel operated by a tiny crew.
is a family-friendly sci-fi comedy that follows a crew of tiny human-looking aliens who navigate Earth inside a giant spaceship shaped like a human man (Eddie Murphy).
Brian Robbins, who also directed Norbit , another Eddie Murphy comedy. Writers: Rob Greenberg and Bill Corbett. Release Date: July 11, 2008. Why "Meet Dave" Remains Memorable index of meet dave
The aliens operate a spaceship that looks exactly like their Captain (also played by Eddie Murphy) and call themselves " Dave Ming Chang " to try and blend in.
"There," the Captain whispered. "The Index doesn't lie. Dave, full stride toward the Morrison residence. And Number 3? Index a new protocol for 'apologizing for the mess.' I have a feeling we're going to need it." The ship/captain
| Role | Actor | Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Eddie Murphy | The iconic comedian plays the dual role of the bumbling ship and its serious commander. | | Gina Morrison | Elizabeth Banks | The human love interest and a single mother. | | Number 3 / Cultural Officer | Gabrielle Union | The ship's officer who becomes fascinated with human culture. | | Dooley | Scott Caan | A human antagonist and Gina’s jealous love interest. | | Number 2 / 2nd in Command | Ed Helms | Prior to his breakout in The Hangover , Helms plays the ship's skeptical second-in-command. | | Number 17 | Kevin Hart | A very early role for the comedian, who plays one of the miniature aliens inside the ship. |
The core concept driving Meet Dave is the "ship" itself. The aliens, led by a miniature version of Dave (played by Eddie Murphy) and his second-in-command, Number Two (Elizabeth Banks), are looking for an object that fell to Earth, which is essential for saving their home planet. Brian Robbins, who also directed Norbit , another
An early, chaotic scene showcasing Dave’s inability to process food, leading to a memorable, exaggerated, and CGI-heavy moment.
“This is a flop but Eddie Murphy completists will want it. Video is 4/10, audio mono.”