The Astronaut (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1972, The Astronaut is a drama, science fiction and tv movie film directed by Robert Michael Lewis, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. An elaborate deception emerges when an American astronaut is lost on a mission to Mars. Space agency officials fearful of losing public support and government funding decide to cover up the accident by employing an exact double for the lost astronaut. The ruse begins to unravel when the wife of the lost astronaut realizes she is living with a different man. Although angered by the deception, the woman has fallen in love with the replacement and plans to keep the secret. They both have a change of heart and decide to reveal the secret when they discover a new Mars mission is underway.
Who’s in it. The Astronaut stars Jackie Cooper as Kurt Anderson, Monte Markham as Eddie Reese / Col. Brice Randolph, Richard Anderson as Dr. Wylie and Robert Lansing as John Phillips, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Astronaut 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 The Astronaut page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Astronaut tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Astronaut (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Astronaut change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Astronaut worth watching?
- The Astronaut holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, science fiction and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Astronaut?
- The Astronaut stars Jackie Cooper, Monte Markham, Richard Anderson, Robert Lansing and Susan Clark.
- When was The Astronaut released?
- The Astronaut was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.