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Silent Running

G19721h 29mDouglas Trumbull
IMDb 6.6 · Rotten Tomatoes 71% · Metacritic 67

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"Amazing companions on an incredible adventure... that journeys beyond imagination!"

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.

AdventureScience FictionDrama
DystopiaSunlightSpace TravelSaturnBiotopePlantGreenhouseForestSpaceFood

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Frequently asked questions

What is Silent Running (1972) about?

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.

Who stars in Silent Running?

Silent Running stars Bruce Dern (Freeman Lowell), Cliff Potts (John Keenan), Ron Rifkin (Marty Barker), Jesse Vint (Andy Wolf), Mark Persons (Grey Drone #1 “Dewey”). The film was directed by Douglas Trumbull.

How long is Silent Running?

Silent Running has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1972. It is rated G.

Is Silent Running worth watching?

Silent Running holds an IMDb rating of 6.6/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 71. Fans of Adventure, Science Fiction, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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