Marooned
"Three marooned astronauts. Only 55 minutes left to rescue them. While the whole world watches and waits..."
Originally released in 1969. Marooned is a adventure/drama film. directed by John Sturges. With a runtime of 2h 14m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Gregory Peck, Richard Crenna, and David Janssen
Synopsis
After spending several months in an orbiting lab, three astronauts prepare to return to Earth only to find their de-orbit thrusters won't activate. After initially thinking they might have to abandon them in orbit, NASA decides to launch a daring rescue. Their plans are complicated by a hurricane headed towards the launch site—and a shrinking air supply in the astronauts' capsule.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 11, 1969
56 years ago
Runtime
2h 14m
134 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (103 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Gregory Peck
as Charles Keith
Richard Crenna
as Jim Pruett
David Janssen
as Ted Dougherty
James Franciscus
as Clayton Stone
Gene Hackman
as Buzz Lloyd
Lee Grant
as Celia Pruett
Nancy Kovack
as Teresa Stone
Mariette Hartley
as Betty Lloyd
Scott Brady
as Public Affairs Officer
Frank Marth
as Air Force Systems Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Frankovich Productions
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marooned about?
After spending several months in an orbiting lab, three astronauts prepare to return to Earth only to find their de-orbit thrusters won't activate. After initially thinking they might have to aband...
Who directed Marooned?
Marooned was directed by John Sturges.
How long is Marooned?
Marooned has a runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes total).
When was Marooned released?
Marooned was released on December 11, 1969 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Marooned?
The main cast of Marooned includes Gregory Peck, Richard Crenna, David Janssen, James Franciscus, Gene Hackman.
Is Marooned worth watching?
Marooned has a user rating of 5.9/10 based on 103 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.