Christmas on Mars
Synopsis
The film tells the story of the experiences of Major Syrtis during the first Christmas on a newly-colonized Mars. Coyne has described the film as "Maybe Eraserhead or Dead Man crossed with some kind of fantasy and space aspects, like The Wizard of Oz and maybe A Space Odyssey, and set at Christmas-time. The story that unfolds is intended to hint at childlike magic within a tragic and realistic situation."
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Flaming Lips "Christmas on Mars" Trailer/Teaser
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-09-07
Top Cast
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Steven Drozd
Major Syrtis
Wayne Coyne
The Martian
Fred Armisen
Philosophical and Hymn-Singing Astronaut
Scott Booker
Psychiatrist
Adam Goldberg
Mars Psychiatrist
Michael Ivins
Sunglasses-wearing Astronaut
Michelle Martin-Coyne
Mother
Jimmy Pike
Faithless Astronaut
Kliph Scurlock
Astronaut Confronting Cosmic Reality
Steve Burns
Major Lowell
Mark DeGraffenried
Dennis Coyne
Kenny Coyne
Al Cory
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 11, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wayne Coyne, George Salisbury, Bradley Beesley
- Screenplay & Story
- Wayne Coyne
- Original Score
- Wayne Coyne, Steven Drozd, Michael Ivins, Kliph Scurlock, Dave Fridmann
- Original Title
- Christmas on Mars
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wayne Coyne, George Salisbury, Bradley Beesley
Wayne Coyne
Wayne Coyne, Steven Drozd, Michael Ivins, Kliph Scurlock, Dave Fridmann
Bradley Beesley
George Salisbury
Department Leadership Roster
Wayne Coyne
Director
George Salisbury
Director
Bradley Beesley
Director
Bradley Beesley
Director of Photography
Wayne Coyne
Screenplay
Wayne Coyne
Original Music Composer
Steven Drozd
Original Music Composer
George Salisbury
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Frequently Asked Questions About Christmas on Mars
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What is Christmas on Mars about?
The film tells the story of the experiences of Major Syrtis during the first Christmas on a newly-colonized Mars. Coyne has described the film as "Maybe Eraserhead or Dead Man crossed with some kind of fantasy and space aspects, like The Wizard of Oz and maybe A Space Odyssey, and set at Christmas-time. The story that unfolds is intended to hint at childlike magic within a tragic and realistic situation."
Who directed Christmas on Mars?
Christmas on Mars was directed by Wayne Coyne, George Salisbury, Bradley Beesley.
Who stars in Christmas on Mars?
The principal cast of Christmas on Mars includes Steven Drozd, Wayne Coyne, Fred Armisen, Scott Booker, Adam Goldberg.
When was Christmas on Mars released and how long is it?
Christmas on Mars was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Christmas on Mars?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Christmas on Mars was composed by Wayne Coyne, Steven Drozd, Michael Ivins, Kliph Scurlock, Dave Fridmann.