The Time Machine
Synopsis
A scientist builds a machine that will enable him to travel back and forth in time, but when he puts it in motion, he gets more than he bargained for.
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John Beck
Neil Perry
Priscilla Barnes
Weena
Andrew Duggan
Bean Worthington
Rosemary DeCamp
Agnes
Jack Kruschen
John Bedford
Whit Bissell
Ralph Branly
John Hansen
Ariel
R.G. Armstrong
Gen. Harris
John Doucette
Sheriff Finley
Parley Baer
Henry Haverson
John Zaremba
Peggy Stewart
Bill Zuckert
Hyde Clayton
Craig Clyde
Scott D. Curran
Debbie Dutson
George Buck Flower
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henning Schellerup
- Screenplay & Story
- H. G. Wells, Wallace C. Bennett
- Original Score
- John Cacavas
- Original Title
- The Time Machine
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Sunn Classic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henning Schellerup
H. G. Wells, Wallace C. Bennett
John Cacavas
Stephen W. Gray
Trevor Jolly
Charles E. Sellier Jr., James Simmons, James L. Conway
Department Leadership Roster
Henning Schellerup
Director
Stephen W. Gray
Director of Photography
John Cacavas
Original Music Composer
James Simmons
Producer
Trevor Jolly
Editor
Wallace C. Bennett
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Time Machine
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Time Machine about?
A scientist builds a machine that will enable him to travel back and forth in time, but when he puts it in motion, he gets more than he bargained for.
Who directed The Time Machine?
The Time Machine was directed by Henning Schellerup.
Who stars in The Time Machine?
The principal cast of The Time Machine includes John Beck, Priscilla Barnes, Andrew Duggan, Rosemary DeCamp, Jack Kruschen.
When was The Time Machine released and how long is it?
The Time Machine was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for The Time Machine?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Time Machine was composed by John Cacavas.
Is The Time Machine based on a book or true story?
The Time Machine is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "H. G. Wells".