


Film · Released
Forbidden Planet
“Earthmen on a fabulous, peril-journey into outer space!”
Forbidden Planet at a glance
Forbidden Planet is a 1956 science fiction and adventure film, running 1h 38m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: U in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video.
Rated U in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1956-03-23
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Adventure
- Director
- Fred M. Wilcox
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.3 / 10 · 1,116 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmStarship C57D travels to planet Altair 4 in search of the crew of spaceship "Bellerophon," a scientific expedition that has been missing for twenty years. They find themselves unwelcome by the expedition's lone survivor and warned of destruction by an invisible force if they don't turn back immediately.
Cast
14 names
Walter PidgeonDr. Edward Morbius
Anne FrancisAltaira Morbius
Leslie NielsenCommander John J. Adams
Warren StevensLt. 'Doc' Ostrow
Jack KellyLt. Jerry Farman
Earl HollimanCookie
Richard AndersonChief Engineer Quinn
George D. WallaceBosun
Robert DixCrewman Grey
Jimmy ThompsonCrewman Youngerford
James DruryCrewman Strong
Peter MillerCrewman MoranQuestions about Forbidden Planet
Quick answersWhere can I watch Forbidden Planet in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Forbidden Planet is listed on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube, Apple TV Store. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Forbidden Planet suitable for children?
Forbidden Planet is rated U in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is Forbidden Planet on PelisPlus UK?
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What is Forbidden Planet about?
Starship C57D travels to planet Altair 4 in search of the crew of spaceship "Bellerophon," a scientific expedition that has been missing for twenty years. They find themselves unwelcome by the expedition's lone survivor and warned of destruction by an invisible force if they don't turn back immediately.
How long is Forbidden Planet?
Forbidden Planet runs for 1h 38m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Forbidden Planet trailer?
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