A Trip to Mars
Originally released in 1918. A Trip to Mars is a science fiction/adventure film. directed by Holger-Madsen. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Gunnar Tolnæs, Zanny Petersen, and Nicolai Neiiendam
Synopsis
The navy captain Avanti Planetaros is inspired by his astronomer-father to travel through outer space to reach other worlds. He becomes an aviator and, along with the young scientist Dr. Krafft, the driving force behind the construction of a space-ship. Despite oppostion from the mocking Professor Dubius, Planetaros gathers a crew of fearless men and takes off. During the long voyage, the crew becomes restless; a mutiny is narrowly avoided. Finally, they reach Mars and discover that the planet is inhabited by people who have reached a higher stage of development, free of diseases, sorrow, violence, sexual urges, and the fear of death. Avanti falls in love with Marya, daughter of the Prince of Wisdom, the head of the Martians. Marya shares his feelings and decides to return with him in order to bring the wisdom of the Martians to the backward Earthlings. (stumfilm.dk)
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 22, 1918
107 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (33 votes)
Language
DA
Original language
Country
Denmark
Production
Director
Top Cast
Gunnar Tolnæs
as Avanti Planetaros
Zanny Petersen
as Corona
Nicolai Neiiendam
as Professor Planetaros
Alf Blütecher
as Dr. Krafft
Svend Kornbeck
as David Dane
Philip Bech
as Martian leader - wise man
Lilly Jacobson
as Marya
Frederik Jacobsen
as Professor Dubius
Nils Asther
as Martian citizen
Alfred Osmund
as Martian priest
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DA
Production Companies
- Nordisk Film Denmark
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Trip to Mars about?
The navy captain Avanti Planetaros is inspired by his astronomer-father to travel through outer space to reach other worlds. He becomes an aviator and, along with the young scientist Dr. Krafft, th...
Who directed A Trip to Mars?
A Trip to Mars was directed by Holger-Madsen.
How long is A Trip to Mars?
A Trip to Mars has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was A Trip to Mars released?
A Trip to Mars was released on February 22, 1918 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Trip to Mars?
The main cast of A Trip to Mars includes Gunnar Tolnæs, Zanny Petersen, Nicolai Neiiendam, Alf Blütecher, Svend Kornbeck.