Crack in the World
“Thank God it's only a motion picture!”
Synopsis
Dr. Steven Sorenson plans to tap the geothermal energy of the Earth's interior by means of a thermonuclear device detonated deep within the Earth. This experiment causes a crack to form and grow within the Earth's crust, which threatens to split the earth in two if it is not stopped in time.
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Crack in the World - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-02-17
Top Cast
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Dana Andrews
Dr. Stephen Sorenson
Janette Scott
Dr. Maggie Sorenson
Kieron Moore
Dr. Ted Rampion
Alexander Knox
Sir Charles Eggerston
Peter Damon
John Masefield
Sydna Scott
Angela
Gary Lasdun
Markov
John Karlsen
Dr. Reynolds
Alfred Brown
Dr. Bill Evans
Mike Steen
Steele
Todd Martin
Simpson
Jim Gillen
Rand
Ben Tatar
Indian Ambassador
Emilio Carrere
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 15, 1965
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 20, 2011
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$873K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andrew Marton
- Screenplay & Story
- Jon Manchip White, Julian Zimet
- Original Score
- Johnny Douglas
- Original Title
- Crack in the World
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Budget
- $873K
- Production Studios
- Security Pictures, Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew Marton
Jon Manchip White, Julian Zimet
Johnny Douglas
Manuel Berenguer
Derek Parsons
Lester A. Sansom, Bernard Glasser, Philip Yordan
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew Marton
Director
Lester A. Sansom
Producer
Bernard Glasser
Producer
Johnny Douglas
Original Music Composer
Jon Manchip White
Screenplay
Derek Parsons
Editor
Laure Lourié
Costume Design
Manuel Berenguer
Director of Photography
Julian Zimet
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Crack in the World
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What is Crack in the World about?
Dr. Steven Sorenson plans to tap the geothermal energy of the Earth's interior by means of a thermonuclear device detonated deep within the Earth. This experiment causes a crack to form and grow within the Earth's crust, which threatens to split the earth in two if it is not stopped in time.
Who directed Crack in the World?
Crack in the World was directed by Andrew Marton.
Who stars in Crack in the World?
The principal cast of Crack in the World includes Dana Andrews, Janette Scott, Kieron Moore, Alexander Knox, Peter Damon.
When was Crack in the World released and how long is it?
Crack in the World was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Crack in the World?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Crack in the World was composed by Johnny Douglas.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Crack in the World?
Crack in the World holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).