My Stepmother Is an Alien (1988)

Trying to rescue her home planet from destruction, a gorgeous extraterrestrial named Celeste arrives on Earth and begins her scientific research. She woos quirky scientist Dr. Steve Mills, a widower with a young daughter. Before long, Celeste finds herself in love with Steve and her new life on Earth, where she experiences true intimacy for the first time. But when she loses sight of her mission, she begins to question where she belongs.

Genres: Comedy, Science Fiction

What to watch after My Stepmother Is an Alien

• Fathers' Day (1997) — Two steps away in the credits
• What Planet Are You From? (2000) — Same subject: alien
• Mars Needs Moms (2011)
• Coneheads (1993) — Dan Aykroyd appears in both
• My Girl 2 (1994) — Dan Aykroyd appears in both
• Mom and Dad Save the World (1992)