The Challenger Disaster
Originally released in 2013. The Challenger Disaster is a thriller/drama film. directed by James Hawes.
Starring William Hurt, Bruce Greenwood, and Joanne Whalley
Synopsis
When the space shuttle Challenger blew up in 1986, it was the most shocking event in the history of American spaceflight. The deaths of seven astronauts, including the first teacher in space Christa McAuliffe, were watched live on television by millions of viewers. But what was more shocking was that the cause of the disaster might never be uncovered. The Challenger is the story of how Richard Feynman, one of America's most famous scientists, helped to discover the cause of a tragedy that stunned America.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 18, 2013
12 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (122 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Top Cast
William Hurt
as Richard Feynman
Bruce Greenwood
as General Kutyna
Joanne Whalley
as Gweneth Feynman
Brian Dennehy
as Rogers
Eve Best
as Sally Ride
Kevin McNally
as Lawrence Mulloy
Henry Goodman
as Dr. Weiss
Langley Kirkwood
as Avionics Engineer
Nick Boraine
as SRB Engineer
Meganne Young
as Michelle Feynman
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Science Channel
- BBC
- Erste Weltweit Medien
- Pictureshow Productions
- The Open University
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Challenger Disaster about?
When the space shuttle Challenger blew up in 1986, it was the most shocking event in the history of American spaceflight. The deaths of seven astronauts, including the first teacher in space Christ...
Who directed The Challenger Disaster?
The Challenger Disaster was directed by James Hawes.
How long is The Challenger Disaster?
The Challenger Disaster has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was The Challenger Disaster released?
The Challenger Disaster was released on March 18, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Challenger Disaster?
The main cast of The Challenger Disaster includes William Hurt, Bruce Greenwood, Joanne Whalley, Brian Dennehy, Eve Best.
Is The Challenger Disaster worth watching?
The Challenger Disaster has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 122 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.