Doppelgänger
“You will meet yourself face-to-face when Earth meets its duplicate in outer space!”
Synopsis
A planet is discovered in the same orbit as Earth's but is located on the exact opposite side of the sun, making it not visible from Earth. The European Space Exploration Council decide to send American astronaut Glenn Ross and British scientist John Kane via spaceship to explore the other planet.
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Journey to the far side of the Sun - Trailer (USA)
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-10-30
Top Cast
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Roy Thinnes
Colonel Glenn Ross
Ian Hendry
John Kane
Patrick Wymark
Jason Webb
Lynn Loring
Sharon Ross
Loni von Friedl
Lisa Hartmann
Franco De Rosa
Paulo Landi
George Sewell
Mark Neuman
Ed Bishop
David Poulson
Philip Madoc
Dr. Pontini
Vladek Sheybal
Psychiatrist
George Mikell
Captain Ross
Herbert Lom
Doctor Hassler
Nicholas Courtney
Data Analyst
Peter van Dissel
Mallory
Jon Kelley
Nurse
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 11, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 8, 2016
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Parrish
- Screenplay & Story
- Sylvia Anderson, Donald James, Gerry Anderson
- Original Score
- Barry Gray
- Original Title
- Doppelgänger
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Century 21 Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Parrish
Sylvia Anderson, Donald James, Gerry Anderson
Barry Gray
John Read
Len Walter
Sylvia Anderson, Gerry Anderson
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Parrish
Director
Sylvia Anderson
Producer
Sylvia Anderson
Screenplay
Donald James
Screenplay
Len Walter
Editor
John Read
Director of Photography
Barry Gray
Original Music Composer
Gerry Anderson
Producer
Gerry Anderson
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Doppelgänger
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What is Doppelgänger about?
A planet is discovered in the same orbit as Earth's but is located on the exact opposite side of the sun, making it not visible from Earth. The European Space Exploration Council decide to send American astronaut Glenn Ross and British scientist John Kane via spaceship to explore the other planet.
Who directed Doppelgänger?
Doppelgänger was directed by Robert Parrish.
Who stars in Doppelgänger?
The principal cast of Doppelgänger includes Roy Thinnes, Ian Hendry, Patrick Wymark, Lynn Loring, Loni von Friedl.
When was Doppelgänger released and how long is it?
Doppelgänger was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Doppelgänger?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Doppelgänger was composed by Barry Gray.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Doppelgänger?
Doppelgänger holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).