Unidentified Flying Oddball
“Chaos in the Cosmos!”
Synopsis
A NASA spacecraft proves Einstein right when, traveling faster than light, it ends up near King Arthur's Camelot. On board are big-hearted Tom Trimble and Hermes, the look-alike robot he built. Tom immediately makes friends with pretty Alisande while becoming enemies with the evil knight Sir Mordred. It seems Mordred has joined up with the Sorcerer Merlin and they are both up to no good. It is now up to Tom to try and use 20th century technology to foil their plans.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Spaceman and King Arthur (1979) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-11-05
Top Cast
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Jim Dale
Sir Mordred
Kenneth More
King Arthur
Ron Moody
Merlin
John Le Mesurier
Sir Gawain
Rodney Bewes
Clarence
Dennis Dugan
Tom Trimble
Pat Roach
Oaf
Sheila White
Alisande
Robert Beatty
Senator Milburn
Cyril Shaps
Dr. Zimmerman
Kevin Brennan
Winston
Ewen Solon
Watkins
Reg Lye
Prisoner
Bruce Boa
Air Force Officer (Uncredited)
Al Lampert
NASA Technician (Uncredited)
Derek Suthern
NASA VIP (Uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
This was a US production, partially shot in the UK. This date was for a private premiere that included local cast and crew. It was not the actual theatrical premiere. The actual title of the movie was the one used for the U.S. release and this has been changed to reflect this fact.
Festival / Special Debut
July 26, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 13, 2006
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$5.3M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Russ Mayberry
- Screenplay & Story
- Don Tait
- Original Score
- Ron Goodwin
- Original Title
- Unidentified Flying Oddball
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Budget
- $5.3M
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Russ Mayberry
Don Tait
Ron Goodwin
Paul Beeson
Ron Miller
Department Leadership Roster
Russ Mayberry
Director
Don Tait
Writer
Ron Miller
Producer
Ron Goodwin
Original Music Composer
Paul Beeson
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Unidentified Flying Oddball
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What is Unidentified Flying Oddball about?
A NASA spacecraft proves Einstein right when, traveling faster than light, it ends up near King Arthur's Camelot. On board are big-hearted Tom Trimble and Hermes, the look-alike robot he built. Tom immediately makes friends with pretty Alisande while becoming enemies with the evil knight Sir Mordred. It seems Mordred has joined up with the Sorcerer Merlin and they are both up to no good. It is now up to Tom to try and use 20th century technology to foil their plans.
Who directed Unidentified Flying Oddball?
Unidentified Flying Oddball was directed by Russ Mayberry.
Who stars in Unidentified Flying Oddball?
The principal cast of Unidentified Flying Oddball includes Jim Dale, Kenneth More, Ron Moody, John Le Mesurier, Rodney Bewes.
When was Unidentified Flying Oddball released and how long is it?
Unidentified Flying Oddball was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Unidentified Flying Oddball?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Unidentified Flying Oddball was composed by Ron Goodwin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Unidentified Flying Oddball?
Unidentified Flying Oddball holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).