Five Years on Mars
Synopsis
When the NASA rovers Spirit and Opportunity touched down on Mars in 2004, they weren't expected to last long—perhaps 90 days, or six months at most. But 90 days stretched into five years, and a short-term science mission searching for evidence of water has turned into one of the greatest adventures of the Space Age. The rovers have trekked miles across hostile plains, climbed mountains, ventured in and out of deep craters, survived dust storms and mechanical failures, and cheated death so often that no one will venture a guess as to how much longer they might last.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mark Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Mark Davis
- Original Title
- Five Years on Mars
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- National Geographic
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Davis
Mark Davis
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Davis
Director
Mark Davis
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Five Years on Mars
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What is Five Years on Mars about?
When the NASA rovers Spirit and Opportunity touched down on Mars in 2004, they weren't expected to last long—perhaps 90 days, or six months at most. But 90 days stretched into five years, and a short-term science mission searching for evidence of water has turned into one of the greatest adventures of the Space Age. The rovers have trekked miles across hostile plains, climbed mountains, ventured in and out of deep craters, survived dust storms and mechanical failures, and cheated death so often that no one will venture a guess as to how much longer they might last.
Who directed Five Years on Mars?
Five Years on Mars was directed by Mark Davis.
Who stars in Five Years on Mars?
The principal cast of Five Years on Mars includes Not specified.
When was Five Years on Mars released and how long is it?
Five Years on Mars was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Five Years on Mars?
Five Years on Mars holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).