The Astronaut
Originally released in 1972. The Astronaut is a drama/tv movie film. directed by Robert Michael Lewis. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jackie Cooper, Monte Markham, and Richard Anderson
Synopsis
An elaborate deception emerges when an American astronaut is lost on a mission to Mars. Space agency officials fearful of losing public support and government funding decide to cover up the accident by employing an exact double for the lost astronaut. The ruse begins to unravel when the wife of the lost astronaut realizes she is living with a different man. Although angered by the deception, the woman has fallen in love with the replacement and plans to keep the secret. They both have a change of heart and decide to reveal the secret when they discover a new Mars mission is underway.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 8, 1972
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 13m
73 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jackie Cooper
as Kurt Anderson
Monte Markham
as Eddie Reese / Col. Brice Randolph
Richard Anderson
as Dr. Wylie
Robert Lansing
as John Phillips
Susan Clark
as Gail Randolph
John Lupton
as Don Masters
Walter Brooke
as Tom Everett
James B. Sikking
as Astronaut Higgins
Paul Kent
as Carl Samuels
Loretta Leversee
as Toni Scott
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Astronaut about?
An elaborate deception emerges when an American astronaut is lost on a mission to Mars. Space agency officials fearful of losing public support and government funding decide to cover up the acciden...
Who directed The Astronaut?
The Astronaut was directed by Robert Michael Lewis.
How long is The Astronaut?
The Astronaut has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).
When was The Astronaut released?
The Astronaut was released on January 8, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Astronaut?
The main cast of The Astronaut includes Jackie Cooper, Monte Markham, Richard Anderson, Robert Lansing, Susan Clark.