Synopsis
After spending several months in an orbiting lab, three astronauts prepare to return to Earth only to find their de-orbit thrusters won't activate. After initially thinking they might have to abandon them in orbit, NASA decides to launch a daring rescue. Their plans are complicated by a hurricane headed towards the launch siteāand a shrinking air supply in the astronauts' capsule.
Facts
Based on
Marooned
Awards
Academy Award for Best Visual Effects
Setting
Florida
Production
Columbia Pictures
Original language
English
Stills
Festival History
- Academy Awards 1970 academy_award
- Hugo Awards 1970 generic
