The Challenger Disaster
When the space shuttle Challenger blew up in 1986, it was the most shocking event in the history of American spaceflight. The deaths of seven astronauts, including the first teacher in space Christa McAuliffe, were watched live on television by millions of viewers. But what was more shocking was that the cause of the disaster might never be uncovered. The Challenger is the story of how Richard Feynman, one of America's most famous scientists, helped to discover the cause of a tragedy that stunned America.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Challenger Disaster
- Genres: Thriller, Drama, History, TV Movie
- Release Date: 2013-03-18
- Runtime: 90 minutes
- Rating: 7.2/10 (122 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Science Channel, BBC, Erste Weltweit Medien, Pictureshow Productions, The Open University
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.8044
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
William Hurt
as Richard Feynman
Bruce Greenwood
as General Kutyna
Joanne Whalley
as Gweneth Feynman
Brian Dennehy
as Rogers
Eve Best
as Sally Ride
Kevin McNally
as Lawrence Mulloy
Henry Goodman
as Dr. Weiss
Langley Kirkwood
as Avionics Engineer
Nick Boraine
as SRB Engineer
Meganne Young
as Michelle Feynman
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The Challenger Disaster
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Challenger Disaster?▼
The Challenger Disaster is a Thriller, Drama, History, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 2013-03-18.
Who are the main actors in The Challenger Disaster?▼
The main cast includes William Hurt, Bruce Greenwood, Joanne Whalley, Brian Dennehy, Eve Best, .
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Is The Challenger Disaster based on a true story?▼
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What is the IMDb rating of The Challenger Disaster?▼
The Challenger Disaster has an IMDb rating of 7.2/10 based on 122 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Challenger Disaster?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Challenger Disaster?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Science Channel, BBC, Erste Weltweit Medien, Pictureshow Productions, The Open University. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Challenger Disaster filmed?▼
The Challenger Disaster was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Challenger Disaster?▼
The total runtime of The Challenger Disaster is 90 minutes.
Is The Challenger Disaster suitable for kids?▼
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Will there be a sequel to The Challenger Disaster?▼
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