Within the Rock
“The Ultimate Predator...Unleashed.”
Synopsis
Space miners sent to stop a moon's collision course with the earth discover a hibernating creature that soon revives and starts slaughtering the mining crew.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 8, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gary J. Tunnicliffe
- Screenplay & Story
- Gary J. Tunnicliffe
- Original Score
- Tony Fennell
- Original Title
- Within the Rock
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- 360 Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gary J. Tunnicliffe
Gary J. Tunnicliffe
Tony Fennell
Adam Kane
Roderick Davis
Barbara Javitz, Stanley Isaacs, Scott McGinnis, Barry L. Collier, Robert Patrick
Department Leadership Roster
Gary J. Tunnicliffe
Writer
Gary J. Tunnicliffe
Screenplay
Gary J. Tunnicliffe
Director
Deborah Raymond
Production Design
Adam Kane
Director of Photography
Roderick Davis
Editor
Stanley Isaacs
Producer
Scott McGinnis
Producer
Dorian Vernacchio
Production Design
Robert Patrick
Producer
Ed Anders
Stunt Coordinator
Kristin M. Burke
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Within the Rock.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Within the Rock
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Within the Rock about?
Space miners sent to stop a moon's collision course with the earth discover a hibernating creature that soon revives and starts slaughtering the mining crew.
Who directed Within the Rock?
Within the Rock was directed by Gary J. Tunnicliffe.
Who stars in Within the Rock?
The principal cast of Within the Rock includes Xander Berkeley, Caroline Barclay, Bradford Tatum, Brian Krause, Michael Zelniker.
When was Within the Rock released and how long is it?
Within the Rock was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Within the Rock?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Within the Rock was composed by Tony Fennell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Within the Rock?
Within the Rock holds official age classifications: CA: R; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).