Hangar 18
“It started with an accident in space . . . and led to the terrifying secret in . . . HANGAR 18”
Synopsis
During a Space Shuttle mission a satellite rams a unidentified flying object. The UFO afterwards performs an emergency landing in the deserts of Arizona. However the White House denies its existence because of the near presidential elections. The UFO is brought to the secret Hangar 18 and the accident is blamed on the incompetence of the astronauts Bancroff and Price. But the two fight against this and try to hunt down the UFO.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Top Cast
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Darren McGavin
Harry Forbes
Gary Collins
Steve Bancroft
Robert Vaughn
Gordon Cain
James Hampton
Lew Price
Philip Abbott
Frank Morrison
Joseph Campanella
Frank Lafferty
Pamela Bellwood
Sarah Michaels
Tom Hallick
Phil Cameron
Steven Keats
Paul Bannister
William Schallert
Professor Mills
Cliff Osmond
Sheriff Barlow
Andrew Bloch
Neal Kelso
Stuart Pankin
Sam Tate
Betty Ann Carr
Flo Mattson
H.M. Wynant
Flight Director
Bill Zuckert
Ace Landon
Michael Irving
MIB #1
Bruce Katzman
MIB #2
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 1, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$6M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James L. Conway
- Screenplay & Story
- Ken Pettus
- Original Score
- John Cacavas
- Original Title
- Hangar 18
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Worldwide Gross
- $6M
- Production Studios
- Sunn Classic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James L. Conway
Ken Pettus, Thomas C. Chapman, James L. Conway
John Cacavas
Paul Hipp
Michael Spence
Charles E. Sellier Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
Ken Pettus
Screenplay
James L. Conway
Director
Charles E. Sellier Jr.
Producer
Julie Staheli
Costume Design
Michael Spence
Editor
John Cacavas
Original Music Composer
Paul Hipp
Director of Photography
Paul Staheli
Production Design
Tom Lupo
Stunt Coordinator
Greg Brickman
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hangar 18
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Hangar 18 about?
During a Space Shuttle mission a satellite rams a unidentified flying object. The UFO afterwards performs an emergency landing in the deserts of Arizona. However the White House denies its existence because of the near presidential elections. The UFO is brought to the secret Hangar 18 and the accident is blamed on the incompetence of the astronauts Bancroff and Price. But the two fight against this and try to hunt down the UFO.
Who directed Hangar 18?
Hangar 18 was directed by James L. Conway.
Who stars in Hangar 18?
The principal cast of Hangar 18 includes Darren McGavin, Gary Collins, Robert Vaughn, James Hampton, Philip Abbott.
When was Hangar 18 released and how long is it?
Hangar 18 was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
How much did Hangar 18 make at the box office?
Hangar 18 grossed $6M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Hangar 18?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hangar 18 was composed by John Cacavas.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hangar 18?
Hangar 18 holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).