The Rocket Man
"Out-of-this-world laughter and down-to-earth charm when the face from space turns out to be...the kid next door!"
Originally released in 1954. The Rocket Man is a science fiction/comedy film. directed by Oscar Rudolph. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charles Coburn, Spring Byington, and Anne Francis
Synopsis
After procuring a special ray gun, a precocious orphan helps his community by exposing the shady doings of local government, and plays a part in a cute couple getting together.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 1, 1954
71 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charles Coburn
as Mayor Ed Johnson
Spring Byington
as Justice Amelia Brown
Anne Francis
as June Brown
John Agar
as Tom Baxter
George Winslow
as Timmy
Stanley Clements
as Bob
Emory Parnell
as Big Bill Watkins
June Clayworth
as Harriet Snedley
Don Haggerty
as Officer Mike O'Brien
Beverly Garland
as Ludine
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Panoramic Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Rocket Man about?
After procuring a special ray gun, a precocious orphan helps his community by exposing the shady doings of local government, and plays a part in a cute couple getting together.
Who directed The Rocket Man?
The Rocket Man was directed by Oscar Rudolph.
How long is The Rocket Man?
The Rocket Man has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was The Rocket Man released?
The Rocket Man was released on April 1, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Rocket Man?
The main cast of The Rocket Man includes Charles Coburn, Spring Byington, Anne Francis, John Agar, George Winslow.