Silent Running (1972)
Silent Running is a 1972 adventure movie directed by Douglas Trumbull, with a running time of 1h 29m. It stars Bruce Dern, Cliff Potts and Ron Rifkin.
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.
Quick answers
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.
When was Silent Running released?
Silent Running was released on 9 March 1972.
How long is Silent Running?
Silent Running runs 1h 29m.
Who made Silent Running?
Silent Running was directed by Douglas Trumbull.
Where can I watch Silent Running?
Silent Running is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch Silent Running
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Bruce Dern as Freeman Lowell
- Cliff Potts as John Keenan
- Ron Rifkin as Marty Barker
- Jesse Vint as Andy Wolf
- Mark Persons as Grey Drone #1 “Dewey”
- Steven Brown as Orange Drone #2 “Huey”
- Cheryl Sparks as Orange Drone #2 “Huey”
- Larry Whisenhunt as Green Drone #3 “Louie”
- Joseph Campanella as Neal - ‘Berkshire’ Captain (voice/uncredited)
- Roy Engel as Anderson (voice/uncredited)
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