Escape Velocity
“In Deep Space, There's Lots of Time to Kill.”
Synopsis
A psychotic spaceman takes over a deep-space observatory manned by a scientist, his wife, and their teenage daughter.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 28, 1999
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lloyd A. Simandl
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul A. Birkett, Mike Rohl
- Original Score
- Peter Allen
- Original Title
- Escape Velocity
- Country of Origin
- Canada, Czech Republic
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- North American Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lloyd A. Simandl
Paul A. Birkett, Mike Rohl
Peter Allen
Vladimír Kolář
Derek A Whelan
Lloyd A. Simandl, Michelle Gahagan
Department Leadership Roster
Lloyd A. Simandl
Director
Paul A. Birkett
Writer
Lloyd A. Simandl
Producer
Eva Stanek
Costume Design
Derek A Whelan
Editor
John Nyomarkay
Production Design
Peter Allen
Original Music Composer
Vladimír Kolář
Director of Photography
Ladislav Lahoda
Stunt Coordinator
Martin Hub
Stunt Coordinator
Petr Drozda
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Escape Velocity
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Escape Velocity about?
A psychotic spaceman takes over a deep-space observatory manned by a scientist, his wife, and their teenage daughter.
Who directed Escape Velocity?
Escape Velocity was directed by Lloyd A. Simandl.
Who stars in Escape Velocity?
The principal cast of Escape Velocity includes Wendy Crewson, Peter Outerbridge, Michelle Beaudoin, Patrick Bergin, David Nykl.
When was Escape Velocity released and how long is it?
Escape Velocity was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Escape Velocity?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Escape Velocity was composed by Peter Allen.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Escape Velocity?
Escape Velocity holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).