The Day the Earth Caught Fire
"The INCREDIBLE becomes Real! The IMPOSSIBLE becomes Fact! The UNBELIEVABLE becomes True!"
Originally released in 1961. The Day the Earth Caught Fire is a science fiction/drama film. directed by Val Guest.
Starring Janet Munro, Leo McKern, and Edward Judd
Synopsis
British reporters suspect an international cover-up of a global disaster in progress... and they're right. Hysterical panic has engulfed the world after the United States and the Soviet Union simultaneously detonate nuclear devices and have caused the orbit of the Earth to alter, sending it hurtling towards the sun.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 1, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (163 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Janet Munro
as Jeannie Craig
Leo McKern
as Bill Maguire
Edward Judd
as Peter Stenning
Michael Goodliffe
as Jacko Jackson the Night Editor
Bernard Braden
as Davis the News Editor
Reginald Beckwith
as Harry
Gene Anderson
as May
Renée Asherson
as Angela
Arthur Christiansen
as 'Jeff' Jefferson - Editor
Austin Trevor
as Sir John Kelly (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Pax Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Day the Earth Caught Fire about?
British reporters suspect an international cover-up of a global disaster in progress... and they're right. Hysterical panic has engulfed the world after the United States and the Soviet Union simul...
Who directed The Day the Earth Caught Fire?
The Day the Earth Caught Fire was directed by Val Guest.
How long is The Day the Earth Caught Fire?
The Day the Earth Caught Fire has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was The Day the Earth Caught Fire released?
The Day the Earth Caught Fire was released on November 1, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Day the Earth Caught Fire?
The main cast of The Day the Earth Caught Fire includes Janet Munro, Leo McKern, Edward Judd, Michael Goodliffe, Bernard Braden.
Is The Day the Earth Caught Fire worth watching?
The Day the Earth Caught Fire has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 163 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.