Explorers (1985)
English sci-fi film directed by Joe Dante
Rated PG in the US
Parental guidance suggested: some material may not be suitable for children.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m 107 min
- Released
- 12 July 1985
- Language
- English
Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.
Explorers has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes (107 min). In the US it is rated PG. The English film released on 12 July 1985. It is directed by Joe Dante and stars Ethan Hawke, River Phoenix and Amanda Peterson.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Joe Dante
- Cast
- Ethan Hawke, River Phoenix, Amanda Peterson, James Cromwell, Robert Picardo, Dick Miller, Danny Nucci, Meshach Taylor, Bradley Gregg, Dana Ivey, Brooke Bundy, Mary Kay Place
- Cinematography
- John Hora
- Editing
- Tina Hirsch
- Music
- Jerry Goldsmith
- Written by
- Eric Luke
- Produced by
- Edward S. Feldman
- Production
- Paramount Pictures
- Distribution
- Paramount Pictures, Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Budget
- $25 million
- Box office
- $9.87 million
- Set in
- Maryland
- Country
- United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 12 July 1985
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Can children watch it?
Fine for most children, but parents may want to check it first. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of Explorers?
Explorers has a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes, or 107 min.
When did Explorers release?
Explorers released on 12 July 1985.
Who directed Explorers?
Explorers is directed by Joe Dante.
Who is in the cast of Explorers?
The cast of Explorers includes Ethan Hawke, River Phoenix, Amanda Peterson, James Cromwell, Robert Picardo and Dick Miller.
Where can I watch Explorers online?
Explorers streams on Netflix.
How much did Explorers earn at the box office?
Explorers grossed $9.87 million on a budget of $25 million.
What is Explorers rated in the US?
Explorers is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association.
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