The Arrival
Synopsis
Primitive human Zan learns of his past and future lives when he discovers a spaceship.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official Theatrical TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-09-02
Top Cast
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Archangel Uriel
Dan Smith
Zan
Dave Osborne
Brother of Light
Jeff Swanson
Light Being
David Reynolds
Light Being
Clark Dickson
Light Being
Bruce Braun
Dark Empire Leader
Dennis McNabb
Battleship Robot
Steve Anderson
Battleship Robot
Jennifer Stovall
Battleship Robot
Benno Williams
Battleship Robot
Crystal Hay
Computer (voice)
Arthur Reed
Narrator (voice)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ruth Norman
- Screenplay & Story
- Dan Smith
- Original Title
- The Arrival
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 54m
- Production Studios
- Unarius Academy of Science
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ruth Norman
Dan Smith
Department Leadership Roster
Ruth Norman
Director
Dan Smith
Writer
Barbara Hokel
Costume Design
Decie Hook
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Arrival
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What is The Arrival about?
Primitive human Zan learns of his past and future lives when he discovers a spaceship.
Who directed The Arrival?
The Arrival was directed by Ruth Norman.
Who stars in The Arrival?
The principal cast of The Arrival includes Ruth Norman, Dan Smith, Dave Osborne, Jeff Swanson, David Reynolds.
When was The Arrival released and how long is it?
The Arrival was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 54m.