Christmas on Mars
Originally released in 2008. Christmas on Mars is a music/science fiction film. directed by Wayne Coyne. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Steven Drozd, Wayne Coyne, and Fred Armisen
Synopsis
The film tells the story of the experiences of Major Syrtis during the first Christmas on a newly-colonized Mars. Coyne has described the film as "Maybe Eraserhead or Dead Man crossed with some kind of fantasy and space aspects, like The Wizard of Oz and maybe A Space Odyssey, and set at Christmas-time. The story that unfolds is intended to hint at childlike magic within a tragic and realistic situation."
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 11, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
4.7/10
Mixed (12 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Steven Drozd
as Major Syrtis
Wayne Coyne
as The Martian
Fred Armisen
as Philosophical and Hymn-Singing Astronaut
Scott Booker
as Psychiatrist
Adam Goldberg
as Mars Psychiatrist
Michael Ivins
as Sunglasses-wearing Astronaut
Michelle Martin-Coyne
as Mother
Jimmy Pike
as Faithless Astronaut
Kliph Scurlock
as Astronaut Confronting Cosmic Reality
Steve Burns
as Major Lowell
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Christmas on Mars about?
The film tells the story of the experiences of Major Syrtis during the first Christmas on a newly-colonized Mars. Coyne has described the film as "Maybe Eraserhead or Dead Man crossed with some kin...
Who directed Christmas on Mars?
Christmas on Mars was directed by Wayne Coyne.
How long is Christmas on Mars?
Christmas on Mars has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was Christmas on Mars released?
Christmas on Mars was released on November 11, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Christmas on Mars?
The main cast of Christmas on Mars includes Steven Drozd, Wayne Coyne, Fred Armisen, Scott Booker, Adam Goldberg.