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Silent Running
“Amazing companions on an incredible adventure... that journeys beyond imagination!”
6.4 / 10• 1972• 1h 29m•G• English
Science FictionAdventureDrama
Storyline
After the entire flora goes extinct, ecologist Lowell maintains a greenhouse aboard a space station for the future with his android companions. However, he rebels after being ordered to destroy the greenhouse in favor of carrying cargo, a decision that puts him at odds with everyone but his mechanical companions.
Cast & Crew
Bruce Dern
Freeman Lowell
Lead
Cliff Potts
John Keenan
Ron Rifkin
Marty Barker
Jesse Vint
Andy Wolf
MP
Mark Persons
Grey Drone #1 “Dewey”
SB
Steven Brown
Orange Drone #2 “Huey”
CS
Cheryl Sparks
Orange Drone #2 “Huey”
LW
Larry Whisenhunt
Green Drone #3 “Louie”
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Douglas Trumbull's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Silent Running is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
