The Black Hole
"A journey that begins where everything ends."
Originally released in 1979. The Black Hole is a adventure/science fiction film. directed by Gary Nelson.
Starring Maximilian Schell, Anthony Perkins, and Robert Forster
Synopsis
The explorer craft USS Palomino is returning to Earth after a fruitless 18-month search for extra-terrestrial life when the crew comes upon a supposedly lost ship, the USS Cygnus, hovering near a black hole. The ship is controlled by Dr. Hans Reinhardt and his monstrous robot companion, but the initial wonderment and awe the Palomino crew feel for the ship and its resistance to the power of the black hole turn to horror as they uncover Reinhardt's plans.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 18, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (528 votes)
Budget
$20M
Production budget
Box Office
$35.8M
1.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Maximilian Schell
as Dr. Hans Reinhardt
Anthony Perkins
as Dr. Alex Durant
Robert Forster
as Captain Dan Holland
Joseph Bottoms
as Lieutenant Charles Pizer
Yvette Mimieux
as Dr. Kate McCrae
Ernest Borgnine
as Harry Booth
Tom McLoughlin
as Captain S.T.A.R.
Roddy McDowall
as V.I.N.CENT. (voice) (uncredited)
Slim Pickens
as B.O.B. (voice) (uncredited)
Gary Nelson
as Drone with Mask Removed (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $20,000,000
- Revenue
- $35,841,901
Production Companies
- Walt Disney Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Black Hole about?
The explorer craft USS Palomino is returning to Earth after a fruitless 18-month search for extra-terrestrial life when the crew comes upon a supposedly lost ship, the USS Cygnus, hovering near a b...
Who directed The Black Hole?
The Black Hole was directed by Gary Nelson.
How long is The Black Hole?
The Black Hole has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was The Black Hole released?
The Black Hole was released on December 18, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Black Hole?
The main cast of The Black Hole includes Maximilian Schell, Anthony Perkins, Robert Forster, Joseph Bottoms, Yvette Mimieux.
Is The Black Hole worth watching?
The Black Hole has a user rating of 5.8/10 based on 528 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.