
The Lathe of Heaven
Ursula K. Le Guin's Science Fiction Masterpiece
George Orr, a man whose dreams can change waking reality, tries to suppress this unpredictable gift with drugs. Dr. Haber, an assigned psychiatrist, discovers the gift to be real and hypnotically induces Mr. Orr to change reality for the benefit of mankind --- with bizarre and frightening results.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Lathe of Heaven
- Genres: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Drama, Thriller, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1980-01-09
- Runtime: 105 minutes
- Rating: 6.7/10 (38 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Thirteen, Taurus Film, PBS
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.2711
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Bruce Davison
as George Orr

Peyton E. Park
as Mannie Ahrens

Niki Flacks
as Penny Crouch

Kevin Conway
as Dr. William Haber

Vandi Clark
as Aunt Ethel

Bernedette Whitehead
as George's Mother

Jo Livingston
as George's Father

Jane Roberts
as Grandmother

Tom Matts
as Grandfather

Frank Miller
as Parole Officer
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The Lathe of Heaven (1980) (trailer)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Lathe of Heaven?▼
The Lathe of Heaven is a Science Fiction, Fantasy, Drama, Thriller, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1980-01-09.
Who are the main actors in The Lathe of Heaven?▼
The main cast includes Bruce Davison, Peyton E. Park, Niki Flacks, Kevin Conway, Vandi Clark, .
Where can I watch The Lathe of Heaven online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Lathe of Heaven is available.
Is The Lathe of Heaven based on a true story?▼
Ursula K. Le Guin's Science Fiction Masterpiece
What is the IMDb rating of The Lathe of Heaven?▼
The Lathe of Heaven has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 38 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Lathe of Heaven?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Lathe of Heaven?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Thirteen, Taurus Film, PBS. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Lathe of Heaven filmed?▼
The Lathe of Heaven was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Lathe of Heaven?▼
The total runtime of The Lathe of Heaven is 105 minutes.
Is The Lathe of Heaven suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Lathe of Heaven?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Lathe of Heaven.
Does The Lathe of Heaven have a post-credit scene?▼
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