The Day the Earth Caught Fire
The INCREDIBLE becomes Real! The IMPOSSIBLE becomes Fact! The UNBELIEVABLE becomes True!
British reporters suspect an international cover-up of a global disaster in progress... and they're right. Hysterical panic has engulfed the world after the United States and the Soviet Union simultaneously detonate nuclear devices and have caused the orbit of the Earth to alter, sending it hurtling towards the sun.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Day the Earth Caught Fire
- Genres: Science Fiction, Drama
- Release Date: 1961-11-01
- Runtime: 98 minutes
- Rating: 6.822/10 (157 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Pax Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.108
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Janet Munro
as Jeannie Craig
Leo McKern
as Bill Maguire
Edward Judd
as Peter Stenning
Michael Goodliffe
as Jacko Jackson the Night Editor
Bernard Braden
as Davis the News Editor
Reginald Beckwith
as Harry
Gene Anderson
as May
Renée Asherson
as Angela
Arthur Christiansen
as 'Jeff' Jefferson - Editor
Austin Trevor
as Sir John Kelly (uncredited)
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Trailers & Clips
The Day The Earth Caught Fire ≣ 1961 ≣ Trailer
Josh Olson on THE DAY THE EARTH CAUGHT FIRE
Val Guest - The Day the Earth Caught Fire (1961) Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Day the Earth Caught Fire?▼
The Day the Earth Caught Fire is a Science Fiction, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1961-11-01.
Who are the main actors in The Day the Earth Caught Fire?▼
The main cast includes Janet Munro, Leo McKern, Edward Judd, Michael Goodliffe, Bernard Braden, .
Where can I watch The Day the Earth Caught Fire online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Day the Earth Caught Fire is available.
Is The Day the Earth Caught Fire based on a true story?▼
The INCREDIBLE becomes Real! The IMPOSSIBLE becomes Fact! The UNBELIEVABLE becomes True!
What is the IMDb rating of The Day the Earth Caught Fire?▼
The Day the Earth Caught Fire has an IMDb rating of 6.822/10 based on 157 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Day the Earth Caught Fire?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Day the Earth Caught Fire?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Pax Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Day the Earth Caught Fire filmed?▼
The Day the Earth Caught Fire was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Day the Earth Caught Fire?▼
The total runtime of The Day the Earth Caught Fire is 98 minutes.
Is The Day the Earth Caught Fire suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Day the Earth Caught Fire?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Day the Earth Caught Fire.
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