Saturn 3
"Some thing is watching... waiting... and wanting on..."
Originally released in 1980. Saturn 3 is a science fiction/thriller film. directed by Stanley Donen. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Farrah Fawcett-Majors, Kirk Douglas, and Harvey Keitel
Synopsis
In the future, Earth is overcrowded and the population relies on distant bases to be fed. In the Saturn 3 station, Major Adam and the scientist Alex, who is also his lover and has never been on Earth, have been researching hydroponics for three years in the base alone with their dog Sally. Captain Benson arrives Saturn 3 with Hector, incapable to controlling his emotions he transfers his homicidal tendency and insanity to Hector. Now Major Adam and Alex are trapped in the station with a dangerous psychopath robot.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 15, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 27m
87 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (212 votes)
Budget
$10M
Production budget
Box Office
$4.9M
0.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Farrah Fawcett-Majors
as Alex
Kirk Douglas
as Major Adam
Harvey Keitel
as Benson
Ed Bishop
as Harding (uncredited)
Roy Dotrice
as Benson (uncredited) (voice)
Stephanie English
as Technician (uncredited)
Jill Goldston
as Woman on World Spaceways Ship (uncredited)
Vera Goulet
as Technician (uncredited)
Douglas Lambert
as Captain James (uncredited)
Christopher Muncke
as 2nd Crewman (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $10,000,000
- Revenue
- $4,900,000
Production Companies
- Transcontinental Film Productions (London)
- ITC Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saturn 3 about?
In the future, Earth is overcrowded and the population relies on distant bases to be fed. In the Saturn 3 station, Major Adam and the scientist Alex, who is also his lover and has never been on Ear...
Who directed Saturn 3?
Saturn 3 was directed by Stanley Donen.
How long is Saturn 3?
Saturn 3 has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was Saturn 3 released?
Saturn 3 was released on February 15, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Saturn 3?
The main cast of Saturn 3 includes Farrah Fawcett-Majors, Kirk Douglas, Harvey Keitel, Ed Bishop, Roy Dotrice.
Is Saturn 3 worth watching?
Saturn 3 has a user rating of 5.3/10 based on 212 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.