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The Astronaut (1972) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details

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The Astronaut at a Glance

The Astronaut is a 1972 drama, TV movie and science fiction film from director Robert Michael Lewis, starring Jackie Cooper, Monte Markham and Richard Anderson. It has a runtime of 1 hour 13 minutes and premiered on January 8, 1972. The Astronaut holds an average TMDB user score of 5.9/10 from 8 votes and is rated NR in the United States.

ScreenplayCharles Kuenstle, Robert Biheller
CountryUnited States of America
Release StatusReleased
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Storyline & Synopsis

An elaborate deception emerges when an American astronaut is lost on a mission to Mars. Space agency officials fearful of losing public support and government funding decide to cover up the accident by employing an exact double for the lost astronaut. The ruse begins to unravel when the wife of the lost astronaut realizes she is living with a different man. Although angered by the deception, the woman has fallen in love with the replacement and plans to keep the secret. They both have a change of heart and decide to reveal the secret when they discover a new Mars mission is underway.

Production Studios:Universal Television
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Astronaut

What is the release date of The Astronaut?

The Astronaut was released on January 8, 1972.

How long is The Astronaut?

The Astronaut runs 1 hour 13 minutes (73 minutes).

Who is in the cast of The Astronaut?

The Astronaut stars Jackie Cooper as Kurt Anderson, Monte Markham as Eddie Reese / Col. Brice Randolph, Richard Anderson as Dr. Wylie and Robert Lansing as John Phillips. The cast also includes Susan Clark, John Lupton, Walter Brooke and James B. Sikking.

Who directed The Astronaut?

The Astronaut was directed by Robert Michael Lewis.

What kind of movie is The Astronaut?

The Astronaut is listed on TMDB as a mix of drama, TV movie and science fiction.

What is The Astronaut rated?

The Astronaut is rated NR in the United States. On TMDB it has an average user score of 5.9/10 from 8 votes.

What should I watch if I liked The Astronaut?

Movies TMDB recommends alongside The Astronaut include Capricorn One (1977), Stargate SG-1: Children of the Gods (2009), The Martian (2015), Ben 10: Alien Swarm (2009) and Ben 10: Race Against Time (2008).

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