The Earthling
"Two alone in the wilderness. One learned to survive, the other to love."
Originally released in 1980. The Earthling is a action/drama film. directed by Peter Collinson.
Starring William Holden, Rick Schroder, and Jack Thompson
Synopsis
Recently diagnosed with a terminal illness, a man returns home to Australia to die in the wilderness. His plans become complicated when he comes across a young boy whose parents have been killed and decides to take him under his wing.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 24, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (31 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Earthling Associates
- Filmways Pictures
- Arkoff International
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Earthling about?
Recently diagnosed with a terminal illness, a man returns home to Australia to die in the wilderness. His plans become complicated when he comes across a young boy whose parents have been killed an...
Who directed The Earthling?
The Earthling was directed by Peter Collinson.
How long is The Earthling?
The Earthling has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was The Earthling released?
The Earthling was released on July 24, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Earthling?
The main cast of The Earthling includes William Holden, Rick Schroder, Jack Thompson, Olivia Hamnett, Alwyn Kurts.