Asteroids: Deadly Impact
Originally released in 1997. Asteroids: Deadly Impact is a documentary film. directed by Eitan Weinreich. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Robbie Robertson, Eugene Shoemaker, and Carolyn Shoemaker
Synopsis
Every year, millions of asteroids and comets or "stray bullets" streak through the skies, and tons of small meteorites strike our planet! Some 65 million years ago, dinosaurs were wiped off the face of the earth, in what many believe was the aftermath of a massive cosmic collision. Could something like this happen again? Scientists believe that the impact of an asteroid only a mile wide would be globally catastrophic. Join extraordinary geologist Eugene Shoemaker and his wife Carolyn who have remapped the heavens with their discoveries of more than 30 comets and hundreds of asteroids. Now that we know what's out there, how can we defend ourselves?
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 20, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- National Geographic
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Asteroids: Deadly Impact about?
Every year, millions of asteroids and comets or "stray bullets" streak through the skies, and tons of small meteorites strike our planet! Some 65 million years ago, dinosaurs were wiped off the fac...
Who directed Asteroids: Deadly Impact?
Asteroids: Deadly Impact was directed by Eitan Weinreich.
How long is Asteroids: Deadly Impact?
Asteroids: Deadly Impact has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Asteroids: Deadly Impact released?
Asteroids: Deadly Impact was released on February 20, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Asteroids: Deadly Impact?
The main cast of Asteroids: Deadly Impact includes Robbie Robertson, Eugene Shoemaker, Carolyn Shoemaker.