Prometheus
“The search for our beginning could lead to our end.”
Synopsis
A team of explorers discover a clue to the origins of mankind on Earth, leading them on a journey to the darkest corners of the universe. There, they must fight a terrifying battle to save the future of the human race.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
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Top Cast
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Noomi Rapace
Elizabeth Shaw
Michael Fassbender
David
Charlize Theron
Meredith Vickers
Idris Elba
Janek
Guy Pearce
Peter Weyland
Logan Marshall-Green
Charlie Holloway
Sean Harris
Fifield
Rafe Spall
Millburn
Emun Elliott
Chance
Benedict Wong
Ravel
Kate Dickie
Ford
Branwell Donaghey
Mercenary 1
Vladimir "Furdo" Furdik
Mercenary 2
C.C. Smiff
Mercenary 3
Shane Steyn
Mercenary 4
Ian Whyte
Last Engineer
John Lebar
Ghost Engineer
Daniel James Peterson
Sacrifice Engineer
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 123 DaysParis
Festival / Special Debut
June 8, 2012
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 9, 2012
VOD & Digital Platforms
August 15, 2017
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$130M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$403.4M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
3.1x
+$273.4M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ridley Scott
- Screenplay & Story
- Jon Spaihts, Damon Lindelof, Dan O'Bannon, Ronald Shusett
- Original Score
- Marc Streitenfeld
- Original Title
- Prometheus
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Gaelic, English
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Production Budget
- $130M
- Worldwide Gross
- $403.4M
- Production Studios
- Dune Entertainment, 20th Century Fox, Brandywine Productions, Scott Free Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ridley Scott
Jon Spaihts, Damon Lindelof, Dan O'Bannon, Ronald Shusett
Marc Streitenfeld
Dariusz Wolski
Pietro Scalia
Ridley Scott, Walter Hill, Michael Costigan, Mark Huffam, Michael Ellenberg
Department Leadership Roster
Ridley Scott
Director
Marc Streitenfeld
Original Music Composer
Dariusz Wolski
Director of Photography
Pietro Scalia
Editor
Arthur Max
Production Design
Janty Yates
Costume Design
Ridley Scott
Producer
Walter Hill
Producer
Jon Spaihts
Writer
Damon Lindelof
Writer
Trent Claus
Visual Effects Supervisor
Jamie Dixon
Visual Effects Supervisor
Dick Edwards
Visual Effects Supervisor
Martin Hill
Visual Effects Supervisor
Rob Inch
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Prometheus.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prometheus
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Prometheus about?
A team of explorers discover a clue to the origins of mankind on Earth, leading them on a journey to the darkest corners of the universe. There, they must fight a terrifying battle to save the future of the human race.
Who directed Prometheus?
Prometheus was directed by Ridley Scott.
Who stars in Prometheus?
The principal cast of Prometheus includes Noomi Rapace, Michael Fassbender, Charlize Theron, Idris Elba, Guy Pearce.
When was Prometheus released and how long is it?
Prometheus was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 2h 4m.
What was the box office and production budget of Prometheus?
Prometheus had a reported production budget of $130M and grossed $403.4M at the worldwide box office (3.1 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for Prometheus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Prometheus was composed by Marc Streitenfeld.
Is Prometheus based on a book or true story?
Prometheus is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Dan O'Bannon", Characters: "Ronald Shusett".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Prometheus?
Prometheus holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).