Silent Running
“Amazing companions on an incredible adventure... that journeys beyond imagination!”
Synopsis
After the entire flora goes extinct, ecologist Lowell maintains a greenhouse aboard a space station for the future with his android companions. However, he rebels after being ordered to destroy the greenhouse in favor of carrying cargo, a decision that puts him at odds with everyone but his mechanical companions.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Type: Trailer • Published 2013-03-06
Top Cast
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Bruce Dern
Freeman Lowell
Cliff Potts
John Keenan
Ron Rifkin
Marty Barker
Jesse Vint
Andy Wolf
Mark Persons
Grey Drone #1 “Dewey”
Steven Brown
Orange Drone #2 “Huey”
Cheryl Sparks
Orange Drone #2 “Huey”
Larry Whisenhunt
Green Drone #3 “Louie”
Joseph Campanella
Neal - ‘Berkshire’ Captain (voice/uncredited)
Roy Engel
Anderson (voice/uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 10, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 13, 2004
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$1M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Douglas Trumbull
- Screenplay & Story
- Deric Washburn, Michael Cimino, Steven Bochco
- Original Score
- Peter Schickele
- Original Title
- Silent Running
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Budget
- $1M
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures, Trumbull/Gruskoff Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Douglas Trumbull
Deric Washburn, Michael Cimino, Steven Bochco
Peter Schickele
Charles F. Wheeler
Aaron Stell
Michael Gruskoff, Marty Hornstein, Douglas Trumbull
Department Leadership Roster
Douglas Trumbull
Director
Michael Gruskoff
Producer
Aaron Stell
Editor
Charles F. Wheeler
Director of Photography
Marty Hornstein
Producer
Douglas Trumbull
Producer
Peter Schickele
Original Music Composer
Deric Washburn
Writer
Michael Cimino
Writer
Steven Bochco
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Silent Running
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Silent Running about?
After the entire flora goes extinct, ecologist Lowell maintains a greenhouse aboard a space station for the future with his android companions. However, he rebels after being ordered to destroy the greenhouse in favor of carrying cargo, a decision that puts him at odds with everyone but his mechanical companions.
Who directed Silent Running?
Silent Running was directed by Douglas Trumbull.
Who stars in Silent Running?
The principal cast of Silent Running includes Bruce Dern, Cliff Potts, Ron Rifkin, Jesse Vint, Mark Persons.
When was Silent Running released and how long is it?
Silent Running was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Silent Running?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Silent Running was composed by Peter Schickele.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Silent Running?
Silent Running holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).