My Science Project
“We must not destroy the world.”
Synopsis
His high school teacher issues an ultimatum: turn in a science project or flunk. So Mike Harlan scavenges a military base's junk pile for a suitable gizmo. He finds one... and unwittingly unleashes the awesome power and energy of the unknown. Twisted dimensions. Time warps. A fantastic realm where the past, present, and future collide in a whirling vortex of startling adventure and superlative special effects.
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My Science Project (1985) - Theatrical trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-06-23
Top Cast
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John Stockwell
Michael Harlan
Danielle von Zerneck
Ellie Sawyer
Fisher Stevens
Vince Latello
Raphael Sbarge
Sherman
Richard Masur
Detective Isadore Nulty
Barry Corbin
Lew Harlan
Ann Wedgeworth
Dolores
Dennis Hopper
Bob Roberts
Candace Silvers
Irene
Beau Dremann
Matusky
Pat Simmons
Crystal
John Vidor
Jock #1
Vincent Barbour
Jock #2
Jaime Alba
Jock #3
Robert Beer
President Eisenhower
John Carter
General
Cameron Young
General's Aide
Noel Conlon
Secret Service Man
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 9, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 8, 1986
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$10M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$4.1M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0.41x
-$5.9M deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jonathan R. Betuel
- Screenplay & Story
- Jonathan R. Betuel
- Original Score
- Peter Bernstein
- Original Title
- My Science Project
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Budget
- $10M
- Worldwide Gross
- $4.1M
- Production Studios
- Touchstone Pictures, Silver Screen Partners II
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jonathan R. Betuel
Jonathan R. Betuel
Peter Bernstein
David M. Walsh
Carroll Timothy O'Meara
Jonathan T. Taplin
Department Leadership Roster
David M. Walsh
Director of Photography
David L. Snyder
Production Design
Betsy Jones
Costume Design
Jonathan R. Betuel
Director
Peter Bernstein
Original Music Composer
Jonathan R. Betuel
Writer
Carroll Timothy O'Meara
Editor
Jonathan T. Taplin
Producer
John Scheele
Visual Effects Supervisor
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
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About My Science Project
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What is My Science Project about?
His high school teacher issues an ultimatum: turn in a science project or flunk. So Mike Harlan scavenges a military base's junk pile for a suitable gizmo. He finds one... and unwittingly unleashes the awesome power and energy of the unknown. Twisted dimensions. Time warps. A fantastic realm where the past, present, and future collide in a whirling vortex of startling adventure and superlative special effects.
Who directed My Science Project?
My Science Project was directed by Jonathan R. Betuel.
Who stars in My Science Project?
The principal cast of My Science Project includes John Stockwell, Danielle von Zerneck, Fisher Stevens, Raphael Sbarge, Richard Masur.
When was My Science Project released and how long is it?
My Science Project was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
What was the box office and production budget of My Science Project?
My Science Project had a reported production budget of $10M and grossed $4.1M at the worldwide box office (0.41 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
Who composed the musical score for My Science Project?
The original motion picture soundtrack for My Science Project was composed by Peter Bernstein.
What is the age rating and content advisory for My Science Project?
My Science Project holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).