12:01 PM (1990): cast, story & where to watch

1990 · Film · ★ 6.8

12:01 PM poster

Released in 1990, 12:01 PM is a science fiction film directed by Jonathan Heap, running about 25 minutes.

What it’s about. 12:01 PM is a 1990 short film directed by Jonathan Heap and starring Kurtwood Smith. It follows Myron Castleman, an everyman who keeps repeating the same hour of his life, from 12:01 PM to 1:00 PM. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

Who’s in it. 12:01 PM stars Kurtwood Smith as Myron Castleman, Jane Alden as Stephanie, Don Amendolia as Prof. Nathan Rosenbluth and John Bachelder as Blazer Driver, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, 12:01 PM has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 12:01 PM page.

If you liked it. Fans of 12:01 PM tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch 12:01 PM (1990)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for 12:01 PM change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is 12:01 PM worth watching?
12:01 PM holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in 12:01 PM?
12:01 PM stars Kurtwood Smith, Jane Alden, Don Amendolia, John Bachelder and Laura Harrington.
When was 12:01 PM released?
12:01 PM was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.