The Philadelphia Experiment
"The experiment that should never have happened 41 years ago...is still going on."
Originally released in 1984. The Philadelphia Experiment is a science fiction/adventure film. directed by Stewart Raffill.
Starring Michael Paré, Nancy Allen, and Eric Christmas
Synopsis
Based on an "actual event" that took place in 1943. About a US Navy Destroyer Escort that disappeared from the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, and sent two men 40 years into the future to 1984.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 5, 1984
41 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (426 votes)
Budget
$9M
Production budget
Box Office
$8.1M
0.9x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Michael Paré
as David Herdeg
Nancy Allen
as Allison Hayes
Eric Christmas
as Dr. James Longstreet
Bobby Di Cicco
as Jim Parker
Louise Latham
as Pamela
Kene Holliday
as Major Clark
Joe Dorsey
as Sheriff Bates
Michael Currie
as Magnussen
Stephen Tobolowsky
as Barney
Gary Brockette
as Adjutant / Andrews
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $9,000,000
- Revenue
- $8,103,330
Production Companies
- New Pictures Group
- New World Pictures
- Cinema Group Ventures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Philadelphia Experiment about?
Based on an "actual event" that took place in 1943. About a US Navy Destroyer Escort that disappeared from the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, and sent two men 40 years into the future to 1984.
Who directed The Philadelphia Experiment?
The Philadelphia Experiment was directed by Stewart Raffill.
How long is The Philadelphia Experiment?
The Philadelphia Experiment has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was The Philadelphia Experiment released?
The Philadelphia Experiment was released on October 5, 1984 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Philadelphia Experiment?
The main cast of The Philadelphia Experiment includes Michael Paré, Nancy Allen, Eric Christmas, Bobby Di Cicco, Louise Latham.
Is The Philadelphia Experiment worth watching?
The Philadelphia Experiment has a user rating of 6.1/10 based on 426 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.