6.8Capricorn One · 1977
Capricorn One (1977) is a Drama / Action / Thriller film directed by Peter Hyams, starring Elliott Gould, James Brolin, Brenda Vaccaro.
DramaActionThrillerScience Fiction
6.8Overview
In order to protect the reputation of the American space program, a team of NASA administrators turn the first Mars mission into a phony Mars landing. Under threat of harm to their families the astronauts play their part in the deception on a staged set in a deserted military base. But once the real ship returns to Earth and burns up on re-entry, the astronauts become liabilities. Now, with the help of a crusading reporter, they must battle a sinister conspiracy that will stop at nothing to keep the truth hidden.
Cast
Elliott Gould, James Brolin, Brenda Vaccaro, Sam Waterston, O. J. Simpson, Hal Holbrook, Karen Black, Telly Savalas
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What is "Capricorn One" about?
In order to protect the reputation of the American space program, a team of NASA administrators turn the first Mars mission into a phony Mars landing. Under threat of harm to their families the astronauts play their part in the deception on a staged set in a deserted military base. But once the real ship returns to Earth and burns up on re-entry, the astronauts become liabilities. Now, with the help of a crusading reporter, they must battle a sinister conspiracy that will stop at nothing to keep the truth hidden.
When was "Capricorn One" released?
Capricorn One was released in 1977.
Who stars in "Capricorn One"?
The cast includes Elliott Gould, James Brolin, Brenda Vaccaro, Sam Waterston.
