Beyond the Stars
Synopsis
Teenager Eric, the son of a computer scientist who worked for the Apollo mission which sent the first human to the moon, is determined to become an astronaut himself one day, and befriends Paul Andrews, the first man on the moon. Paul is avoided by other astronauts nowadays, because he was very rude and rebuffing when he returned from space. Only slowly Eric learns, that he discovered something during his excursion on the moon, that he keeps as a secret.
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Martin Sheen
Paul Andrews
Christian Slater
Eric Michaels
Sharon Stone
Laurie McCall
Robert Foxworth
Richard Michaels
Olivia D'Abo
Mara Simons
F. Murray Abraham
Dr. Harry Bertram - the Whale Man
Campbell Lane
Alex Stamas
Don S. Davis
Phil Clawson
William S. Taylor
Dr. Willis
Babs Chula
Anne Michaels
Terence Kelly
Al Fletcher
Freda Perry
Cynthia Rogers
William Davis
Hal Simon
Ilena Cary
Ellie Keller
Christine Anton
Mrs. Keller
Samantha Halander
Ellie's Sister
Bob Bendetti
Voice of NASA
Ghislaine Crawford
Kim
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 31, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Saperstein
- Screenplay & Story
- David Saperstein
- Original Score
- Geoff Levin, Chris Many
- Original Title
- Beyond the Stars
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Five Star Entertainment, Moviestore Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Saperstein
David Saperstein
Geoff Levin, Chris Many
John S. Bartley
Judith Blume, Frank Irvine, Stanley Warnow
Joseph Perez, Michael Plotkin
Department Leadership Roster
David Saperstein
Director
David Saperstein
Writer
Joseph Perez
Producer
John S. Bartley
Director of Photography
Judith Blume
Editor
Frank Irvine
Editor
Stanley Warnow
Editor
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
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beyond the Stars
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Beyond the Stars about?
Teenager Eric, the son of a computer scientist who worked for the Apollo mission which sent the first human to the moon, is determined to become an astronaut himself one day, and befriends Paul Andrews, the first man on the moon. Paul is avoided by other astronauts nowadays, because he was very rude and rebuffing when he returned from space. Only slowly Eric learns, that he discovered something during his excursion on the moon, that he keeps as a secret.
Who directed Beyond the Stars?
Beyond the Stars was directed by David Saperstein.
Who stars in Beyond the Stars?
The principal cast of Beyond the Stars includes Martin Sheen, Christian Slater, Sharon Stone, Robert Foxworth, Olivia D'Abo.
When was Beyond the Stars released and how long is it?
Beyond the Stars was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Beyond the Stars?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Beyond the Stars was composed by Geoff Levin, Chris Many.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Beyond the Stars?
Beyond the Stars holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).