Capricorn One(1977)
“The mission was a sham. The murders were real.”
Overview
In order to protect the reputation of the American space program, a team of NASA administrators turn the first Mars mission into a phony Mars landing. Under threat of harm to their families the astronauts play their part in the deception on a staged set in a deserted military base. But once the real ship returns to Earth and burns up on re-entry, the astronauts become liabilities. Now, with the help of a crusading reporter, they must battle a sinister conspiracy that will stop at nothing to keep the truth hidden.
Director
Peter Hyams
Studio
Associated General Films
Budget
$5M
Revenue
$12M
Cast
Elliott Gould
as Robert Caulfield
James Brolin
as Col. Charles Brubaker
Brenda Vaccaro
as Kay Brubaker
Sam Waterston
as Lt. Col. Peter Willis
O. J. Simpson
as Cmdr. John Walker
Hal Holbrook
as Dr. James Kelloway
Karen Black
as Judy Drinkwater
Telly Savalas
as Albain
David Huddleston
as Hollis Peaker
David Doyle
as Walter Loughlin
Lee Bryant
as Sharon Willis
Denise Nicholas
as Betty Walker
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1977
Runtime
2h 3m
Language
English
Rating
6.8 / 10
Budget
$5M
Box Office
$12M
Production Companies
Associated General Films • ITC Entertainment
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Where can I watch Capricorn One?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Capricorn One (1977).
What is Capricorn One about?▼
In order to protect the reputation of the American space program, a team of NASA administrators turn the first Mars mission into a phony Mars landing. Under threat of harm to their families the astronauts play their part in the deception on a staged set in a deserted military base. But once the real ship returns to Earth and burns up on re-entry, the astronauts become liabilities. Now, with the help of a crusading reporter, they must battle a sinister conspiracy that will stop at nothing to keep the truth hidden.
Who directed Capricorn One?▼
Capricorn One was directed by Peter Hyams and released in 1977. It is a drama, action, thriller, science fiction film.
How long is Capricorn One?▼
Capricorn One has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
Who stars in Capricorn One?▼
The cast of Capricorn One includes Elliott Gould as Robert Caulfield, James Brolin as Col. Charles Brubaker, Brenda Vaccaro as Kay Brubaker, Sam Waterston as Lt. Col. Peter Willis, O. J. Simpson as Cmdr. John Walker and more.
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