Night Crossing
“The East German border: 836 miles of barbed-wire walls, automated machine guns, armed guards, and deadly land mines. On September 15, 1979 two families tried to cross it.”
Synopsis
Two men want to escape from East Germany (under Communist rule) but they will only go if they can take their families with them. Based on a true story.
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Walt Disney Productions: Night Crossing - 1982 Trailer (UK/PAL Toned Version) #1982 #disney
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-08-06
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 5, 1982
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Delbert Mann
- Screenplay & Story
- John McGreevey
- Original Score
- Jerry Goldsmith
- Original Title
- Night Crossing
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Delbert Mann
John McGreevey
Jerry Goldsmith
Ron Miller
Department Leadership Roster
Delbert Mann
Director
John McGreevey
Writer
Jerry Goldsmith
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
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 Night Crossing
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What is Night Crossing about?
Two men want to escape from East Germany (under Communist rule) but they will only go if they can take their families with them. Based on a true story.
Who directed Night Crossing?
Night Crossing was directed by Delbert Mann.
Who stars in Night Crossing?
The principal cast of Night Crossing includes John Hurt, Jane Alexander, Beau Bridges, Glynnis O'Connor, Klaus Löwitsch.
When was Night Crossing released and how long is it?
Night Crossing was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
Who composed the musical score for Night Crossing?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Night Crossing was composed by Jerry Goldsmith.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Night Crossing?
Night Crossing holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).