Sahara
"Adventure has a new destination."
Originally released in 2005. Sahara is a action/adventure film. directed by Breck Eisner. With a runtime of 2h 4m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Matthew McConaughey, Penélope Cruz, and Steve Zahn
Synopsis
Seasoned adventurer and treasure hunter Dirk Pitt, a former Navy SEAL, sets out for the African desert with his wisecracking buddy Al in search of a confederate ironclad battleship rumored to have vanished long ago, the main draw being the treasure supposedly hidden within the lost vessel. When the daring duo come across Dr. Eva Rojas, a beautiful scientist who is juggling an escape from a warlord and a mission to stop the spread of a powerful plague, their desert expedition begins to heat up.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 6, 2005
20 years ago
Runtime
2h 4m
124 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (1,580 votes)
Budget
$130M
Production budget
Box Office
$119.3M
0.9x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
Germany
+ 4 more
Director
Top Cast
Matthew McConaughey
as Dirk Pitt
Penélope Cruz
as Dr. Eva Rojas
Steve Zahn
as Al Giordino
Lennie James
as General Zateb Kazim
Lambert Wilson
as Yves Massarde
William H. Macy
as Admiral Jim Sandecker
Rainn Wilson
as Rudi Gunn
Glynn Turman
as Dr. Frank Hopper
Jude Akuwudike
as Imam
Clint Dyer
as Oshodi
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $130,000,000
- Revenue
- $119,269,486
Production Companies
- Baldwin Entertainment Group
- Desertlands Entertainment
- Mace Neufeld Productions
- KanZaman Productions
- J.K. Livin Productions
- Moguletta
- Babelsberg Film
- Walden Media
- Summit Entertainment
- Dune Films
- Bristol Bay Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sahara about?
Seasoned adventurer and treasure hunter Dirk Pitt, a former Navy SEAL, sets out for the African desert with his wisecracking buddy Al in search of a confederate ironclad battleship rumored to have ...
Who directed Sahara?
Sahara was directed by Breck Eisner.
How long is Sahara?
Sahara has a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes (124 minutes total).
When was Sahara released?
Sahara was released on April 6, 2005 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sahara?
The main cast of Sahara includes Matthew McConaughey, Penélope Cruz, Steve Zahn, Lennie James, Lambert Wilson.
Is Sahara worth watching?
Sahara has a user rating of 5.9/10 based on 1,580 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.