Marooned

– After spending several months in an orbiting lab, three astronauts prepare to return to earth only t..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
5.80 / 10
Duration:
2 Hours and 14 Minutes
Release Year:
1969
Marooned (1969)

After spending several months in an orbiting lab, three astronauts prepare to return to earth only to find their rockets wont fire. After initially thinking they might have to abandon them in orbit, NASA decides to launch a daring rescue. Their plans are complicated by a Hurricane headed towards the launch site and a shrinking air supply in the astronauts capsule.

Story Timeline:
Producing Country:
USA
Filming Locations:

Marooned (1969) - Trailer

Release Date:

11 Dec 1969

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
G – General Audiences

All ages admitted. Nothing that would offend parents for viewing by children.

Director:

John Sturges

Writer:

Mayo Simon (screenplay), Martin Caidin (novel)

Main Actors:

Gregory Peck, Richard Crenna, David Janssen, James Franciscus

Plot:

After spending several months in an orbiting lab, three astronauts prepare to return to earth only to find their rockets wont fire. After initially thinking they might have to abandon them in orbit, NASA decides to launch a daring rescue. Their plans are complicated by a hurricane headed towards the launch site and a shrinking air supply in the astronauts capsule.

Awards:

Won 1 Oscar. Another 3 nominations.

Production:

Sony Pictures Entertainment

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
83%