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Apollo 13

""Houston, we have a problem.""

June 30, 1995 2h 20m 7.5/10 (5,723 votes)

Originally released in 1995. Apollo 13 is a drama/history film. directed by Ron Howard. With a runtime of 2h 20m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, and Kevin Bacon

Synopsis

The true story of technical troubles that scuttle the Apollo 13 lunar mission in 1970, risking the lives of astronaut Jim Lovell and his crew, with the failed journey turning into a thrilling saga of heroism. Drifting more than 200,000 miles from Earth, the astronauts work furiously with the ground crew to avert tragedy.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 30, 1995 30 years ago
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Runtime 2h 20m 140 minutes total
User Rating 7.5/10 Great (5,723 votes)
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Budget $52M Production budget
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Box Office $355.2M 6.8x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$52,000,000
Revenue
$355,237,933

Production Companies

  • Imagine Entertainment
  • Universal Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Apollo 13 about?

The true story of technical troubles that scuttle the Apollo 13 lunar mission in 1970, risking the lives of astronaut Jim Lovell and his crew, with the failed journey turning into a thrilling saga ...

Who directed Apollo 13?

Apollo 13 was directed by Ron Howard.

How long is Apollo 13?

Apollo 13 has a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes (140 minutes total).

When was Apollo 13 released?

Apollo 13 was released on June 30, 1995 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Apollo 13?

The main cast of Apollo 13 includes Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, Kevin Bacon, Gary Sinise, Ed Harris.

Is Apollo 13 worth watching?

Apollo 13 has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 5,723 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.