The Prodigal Planet
“The end-times saga continues.”
Synopsis
About to executed by the forces of the Antichrist, a fundamentalist Christian guerrilla is rescued by an Antichrist agent pretending to be a double agent for the Believers' Underground. The agent hopes to trick the Christian into leading her to the dissidents' hidden base. Meanwhile, Armageddon and the Second Coming draw nigh.
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Top Cast
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William Wellman Jr.
David Michaels
Lynda Beatie
Linda (as Lynda Beattie)
Terri Lynn Hall
Connie Wright
Thom Rachford
Jerry Bradford
Robert Chestnut
Jimmy
Cathy Wellman
Jodi
Russ Doughten
Reverend Matthew Turner
Herb Brown
Herb Brown Jr.
Jay Harwood
Joanna Holt
John Garfield
Jim Shelby
Rick Town
Bob Henry
Narrator
Ray Baxter
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Donald W. Thompson
- Screenplay & Story
- Donald W. Thompson, Russ Doughten
- Original Title
- The Prodigal Planet
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Production Studios
- Mark IV Pictures Incorporated
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Donald W. Thompson
Donald W. Thompson, Russ Doughten, William Wellman Jr.
Wes Phillippi
Russ Doughten, Donald W. Thompson
Department Leadership Roster
Donald W. Thompson
Director
Donald W. Thompson
Screenplay
Russ Doughten
Screenplay
William Wellman Jr.
Writer
Donald W. Thompson
Producer
Wes Phillippi
Editor
Tim Doughten
Production Design
Monty Cox
Stunt Coordinator
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Prodigal Planet
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Prodigal Planet about?
About to executed by the forces of the Antichrist, a fundamentalist Christian guerrilla is rescued by an Antichrist agent pretending to be a double agent for the Believers' Underground. The agent hopes to trick the Christian into leading her to the dissidents' hidden base. Meanwhile, Armageddon and the Second Coming draw nigh.
Who directed The Prodigal Planet?
The Prodigal Planet was directed by Donald W. Thompson.
Who stars in The Prodigal Planet?
The principal cast of The Prodigal Planet includes William Wellman Jr., Lynda Beatie, Terri Lynn Hall, Thom Rachford, Robert Chestnut.
When was The Prodigal Planet released and how long is it?
The Prodigal Planet was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 2h 7m.