Crack in the World
"Thank God it's only a motion picture!"
Originally released in 1965. Crack in the World is a science fiction/action film. directed by Andrew Marton.
Starring Dana Andrews, Janette Scott, and Kieron Moore
Synopsis
Dr. Steven Sorenson plans to tap the geothermal energy of the Earth's interior by means of a thermonuclear device detonated deep within the Earth. This experiment causes a crack to form and grow within the Earth's crust, which threatens to split the earth in two if it is not stopped in time.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 15, 1965
60 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (68 votes)
Budget
$873K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Dana Andrews
as Dr. Stephen Sorenson
Janette Scott
as Dr. Maggie Sorenson
Kieron Moore
as Dr. Ted Rampion
Alexander Knox
as Sir Charles Eggerston
Peter Damon
as John Masefield
Sydna Scott
as Angela
Gary Lasdun
as Markov
John Karlsen
as Dr. Reynolds
Alfred Brown
as Dr. Bill Evans
Mike Steen
as Steele
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $873,000
Production Companies
- Security Pictures
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crack in the World about?
Dr. Steven Sorenson plans to tap the geothermal energy of the Earth's interior by means of a thermonuclear device detonated deep within the Earth. This experiment causes a crack to form and grow wi...
Who directed Crack in the World?
Crack in the World was directed by Andrew Marton.
How long is Crack in the World?
Crack in the World has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Crack in the World released?
Crack in the World was released on April 15, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Crack in the World?
The main cast of Crack in the World includes Dana Andrews, Janette Scott, Kieron Moore, Alexander Knox, Peter Damon.