The Peking Man
Originally released in 1997. The Peking Man is a science fiction film. directed by Junya Satō.
Starring Naoto Ogata, Show Aikawa, and Kent Gilbert
Synopsis
In 1929 the fossil of a 500,000 year old man is discovered in China. In 1941 the Japanese army confiscates this find, but during the war the remains disappear. Based on these factual events, this movie takes off with a science fiction story involving a space rocket which places a satellite in orbit containing a secret cargo. The satellite crashes on a remote island and footprints are found in the sand leading away from the crash site. A story of how an ancient primitive cave-dwelling family contends with the scientists who want to study them.
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- Released
- Original Language
- JA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Peking Man about?
In 1929 the fossil of a 500,000 year old man is discovered in China. In 1941 the Japanese army confiscates this find, but during the war the remains disappear. Based on these factual events, this m...
Who directed The Peking Man?
The Peking Man was directed by Junya Satō.
How long is The Peking Man?
The Peking Man has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
When was The Peking Man released?
The Peking Man was released on December 20, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Peking Man?
The main cast of The Peking Man includes Naoto Ogata, Show Aikawa, Kent Gilbert, Hatsunori Hasegawa, Hirotaro Honda.