Close Encounters of the Third Kind
"We are not alone."
Originally released in 1977. Close Encounters of the Third Kind is a science fiction/drama film. directed by Steven Spielberg. With a runtime of 2h 17m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Richard Dreyfuss, François Truffaut, and Teri Garr
Synopsis
After an encounter with UFOs, an electricity linesman feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 14, 1977
48 years ago
Runtime
2h 17m
137 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (4,491 votes)
Budget
$20M
Production budget
Box Office
$306.9M
15.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Richard Dreyfuss
as Roy Neary
François Truffaut
as Claude Lacombe
Teri Garr
as Ronnie Neary
Melinda Dillon
as Jillian Guiler
Bob Balaban
as David Laughlin
J. Patrick McNamara
as Project Leader
Warren J. Kemmerling
as Wild Bill
Roberts Blossom
as Farmer
Phil Dodds
as ARP Musician
Cary Guffey
as Barry Guiler
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $20,000,000
- Revenue
- $306,889,114
Production Companies
- Julia/Michael Phillips Productions
- Columbia Pictures
- EMI Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Close Encounters of the Third Kind about?
After an encounter with UFOs, an electricity linesman feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen.
Who directed Close Encounters of the Third Kind?
Close Encounters of the Third Kind was directed by Steven Spielberg.
How long is Close Encounters of the Third Kind?
Close Encounters of the Third Kind has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes (137 minutes total).
When was Close Encounters of the Third Kind released?
Close Encounters of the Third Kind was released on December 14, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Close Encounters of the Third Kind?
The main cast of Close Encounters of the Third Kind includes Richard Dreyfuss, François Truffaut, Teri Garr, Melinda Dillon, Bob Balaban.
Is Close Encounters of the Third Kind worth watching?
Close Encounters of the Third Kind has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 4,491 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.