

Marooned
“Three marooned astronauts. Only 55 minutes left to rescue them. While the whole world watches and waits...”
Synopsis
After spending several months in an orbiting lab, three astronauts prepare to return to Earth only to find their de-orbit thrusters won't activate. After initially thinking they might have to abandon them in orbit, NASA decides to launch a daring rescue. Their plans are complicated by a hurricane headed towards the launch site—and a shrinking air supply in the astronauts' capsule.
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Marooned (1969) - Theatrical Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-02-03
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Gregory Peck
Charles Keith
Richard Crenna
Jim Pruett
David Janssen
Ted Dougherty
James Franciscus
Clayton Stone
Gene Hackman
Buzz Lloyd
Lee Grant
Celia Pruett
Nancy Kovack
Teresa Stone
Mariette Hartley
Betty Lloyd
Scott Brady
Public Affairs Officer
Frank Marth
Air Force Systems Director
Craig Huebing
Flight Director
John Carter
Flight Surgeon
Vincent Van Lynn
Aerospace Journalist
George Gaynes
Mission Director
Tom Stewart
Houston Cap Com
Duke Hobbie
Air Force Titan Specialist
Walter Brooke
Network Commentator
Dennis Robertson
Launch Director
Release History & Theatrical Window
Washington, D.C.
Festival / Special Debut
December 11, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 23, 2005
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Sturges
- Screenplay & Story
- Mayo Simon
- Original Title
- Marooned
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 14m
- Production Studios
- Frankovich Productions, Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Sturges
Mayo Simon, Martin Caidin
Daniel L. Fapp, W. Wallace Kelley
Walter Thompson
M.J. Frankovich
Department Leadership Roster
John Sturges
Director
Daniel L. Fapp
Director of Photography
Walter Thompson
Editor
M.J. Frankovich
Producer
Lyle R. Wheeler
Production Design
Mayo Simon
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Marooned
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What is Marooned about?
After spending several months in an orbiting lab, three astronauts prepare to return to Earth only to find their de-orbit thrusters won't activate. After initially thinking they might have to abandon them in orbit, NASA decides to launch a daring rescue. Their plans are complicated by a hurricane headed towards the launch site—and a shrinking air supply in the astronauts' capsule.
Who directed Marooned?
Marooned was directed by John Sturges.
Who stars in Marooned?
The principal cast of Marooned includes Gregory Peck, Richard Crenna, David Janssen, James Franciscus, Gene Hackman.
When was Marooned released and how long is it?
Marooned was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 2h 14m.
Is Marooned based on a book or true story?
Marooned is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Martin Caidin".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Marooned?
Marooned holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).




















