Star Pilot
2+5: Missione Hydra
“They discovered strange new worlds, but they were not alone ...”
Synopsis
Aliens from the constellation Hydra crash-land on the island of Sardinia. A prominent scientist, his daughter, several young technicians, and a pair of Oriental spies are taken hostage by the beings so they can use them to repair their spaceship's broken engine. With that done, they take off towards their home planet, taking the earthlings with them. However, the humans attempt to mutiny against their captors, inadvertently sending their tiny spaceship hurtling into the infinite beyond...
Top Cast
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Leonora Ruffo
Kaena
Mario Novelli
Ingegner Paolo Bardi
Roland Lesaffre
Prof. Solmi
Kirk Morris
Belsy
Gordon Mitchell
Murdu
Alfio Caltabiano
Artie
Leontine May
Luisa Solmi
Nando Angelini
Ingegner Morelli
Giovanni De Angelis
Giulio
Mirella Pamphili
(credit only)
John Sun
Dr. Chang
Antonio Ho
Chinese Secret Agent
John Chen
Chinese Secret Agent
Pietro Francisci
Himself (uncredited)
Renato Montalbano
The Doctor at the casualty department (uncredited)
Gianni Solaro
The Director of the Research Institute (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pietro Francisci
- Screenplay & Story
- Pietro Francisci, Fernando Paolo Girolami
- Original Score
- Nico Fidenco
- Original Title
- 2+5: Missione Hydra
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Sarda Cine Service, Golden Motion Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pietro Francisci
Pietro Francisci, Fernando Paolo Girolami
Nico Fidenco
Aldo Calamara, Ermanno Curti
Department Leadership Roster
Pietro Francisci
Writer
Aldo Calamara
Producer
Ermanno Curti
Producer
Nico Fidenco
Original Music Composer
Pietro Francisci
Director
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
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Star Pilot
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Star Pilot about?
Aliens from the constellation Hydra crash-land on the island of Sardinia. A prominent scientist, his daughter, several young technicians, and a pair of Oriental spies are taken hostage by the beings so they can use them to repair their spaceship's broken engine. With that done, they take off towards their home planet, taking the earthlings with them. However, the humans attempt to mutiny against their captors, inadvertently sending their tiny spaceship hurtling into the infinite beyond...
Who directed Star Pilot?
Star Pilot was directed by Pietro Francisci.
Who stars in Star Pilot?
The principal cast of Star Pilot includes Leonora Ruffo, Mario Novelli, Roland Lesaffre, Kirk Morris, Gordon Mitchell.
When was Star Pilot released and how long is it?
Star Pilot was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Star Pilot?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Star Pilot was composed by Nico Fidenco.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Star Pilot?
Star Pilot holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).