Starship Troopersis one of the best, campy, and all-around unique sci-fi movies out there.

The subtle (and not-so-subtle) jokes andrunning socio-political commentary throughoutmake that clear.

This wasn’t the case forStarship Troopers, however.

Casper Van Dien, as Johnny RIco, running from a giant alien bug in Starship Troopers

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Only a few years later,Power Rangers Time Forcewould also repurpose these same uniforms.

ButPower Rangerswas not the only offender.

Starship Troopers first sequel was directed by the special effects legend who helped design its insectoid creatures.

The Mobile Infantry attacks in ‘Starship Troopers’

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“The film continuation,Serenity, would bring these costumes back as well.

Other costumes from the film have reportedly been featured in shows likeBabylon 5andAndromeda.

Of course, these outfits made it back to the big screen as well.

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Considering thesheer volume of helmets available, we’re surprised they aren’t used even more.

“The first shot [inTroopers] is taken fromTriumph of the Will,” directorPaul Verhoevenfamously toldEntertainment Weekly.

Art directors love it.

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