Close Encounters of the Third Kind(1977)
“We are not alone.”
Overview
After an encounter with UFOs, an electricity linesman feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen.
Director
Steven Spielberg
Studio
Julia Phillips and Michael Phillips Productions
Budget
$20M
Revenue
$307M
Cast
Richard Dreyfuss
as Roy Neary
François Truffaut
as Claude Lacombe
Teri Garr
as Ronnie Neary
Melinda Dillon
as Jillian Guiler
Bob Balaban
as David Laughlin
J. Patrick McNamara
as Project Leader
Warren J. Kemmerling
as Wild Bill
Roberts Blossom
as Farmer
Phil Dodds
as ARP Musician
Cary Guffey
as Barry Guiler
Shawn Bishop
as Brad Neary
Adrienne Campbell
as Sylvia Neary
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1977
Runtime
2h 17m
Language
Hindi
Rating
7.4 / 10
Budget
$20M
Box Office
$307M
Production Companies
Julia Phillips and Michael Phillips Productions • Columbia Pictures • EMI Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Close Encounters of the Third Kind?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977).
What is Close Encounters of the Third Kind about?▼
After an encounter with UFOs, an electricity linesman feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen.
Who directed Close Encounters of the Third Kind?▼
Close Encounters of the Third Kind was directed by Steven Spielberg and released in 1977. It is a science fiction, drama film.
How long is Close Encounters of the Third Kind?▼
Close Encounters of the Third Kind has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes (137 minutes total).
Who stars in Close Encounters of the Third Kind?▼
The cast of Close Encounters of the Third Kind includes Richard Dreyfuss as Roy Neary, François Truffaut as Claude Lacombe, Teri Garr as Ronnie Neary, Melinda Dillon as Jillian Guiler, Bob Balaban as David Laughlin and more.
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