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Apollo 13

Play trailer Poster for Apollo 13 PG Released Jun 30, 1995 2h 20m History Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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This Hollywood drama is based on the events of the Apollo 13 lunar mission, astronauts Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks), Fred Haise (Bill Paxton) and Jack Swigert (Kevin Bacon) find everything going according to plan after leaving Earth's orbit. However, when an oxygen tank explodes, the scheduled moon landing is called off. Subsequent tensions within the crew and numerous technical problems threaten both the astronauts' survival and their safe return to Earth.
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In recreating the troubled space mission, Apollo 13 pulls no punches: it's a masterfully told drama from director Ron Howard, bolstered by an ensemble of solid performances.

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Carol Buckland CNN.com APOLLO 13 is...A-OK. In an era when cinematic heroics seem to be defined by bullets and brawn, it is a pleasure to see a movie in which the good guys triumph by using their brains!!! Jan 5, 2018 Full Review Dave Kehr New York Daily News Tom Hanks is on his way to becoming the American Everyman, an exemplar of boyish goodwill and quiet moral force. Rated: 3/4 Aug 22, 2014 Full Review Doug Thomas Seattle Times Ron Howard's pop-entertainment you-are-there space thriller is easily the most rousing film of the year. And it might make real spaceflight just as nifty as Star Wars for youngsters. Rated: 3.5/4 Aug 22, 2014 Full Review Mike Massie Gone With The Twins This ordeal is quite the cinematic entertainment – dramatic, exciting, jittery, unpredictable, emotional, uplifting, and, ultimately, triumphant. Rated: 8/10 Mar 2, 2025 Full Review Tom Ryan The Sunday Age Apollo 13, an unequivocal celebration of its heroes' struggles against their own frailty and against conspiracies of the universe, belongs to a characteristically American strand of story-telling. It even manages to turn defeat into victory. Rated: 3/4 Dec 17, 2024 Full Review Anushka Halve Film Companion Apollo 13 is not just a thrilling rescue movie; it is a testament to the power of human spirit and the remarkable capabilities of the scientific community. Dec 11, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Ricardo B Tom Hanks, assim como Cary Grant, na geração anterior à sua, é um mestre na interpretação do homem comum. O homem simples e cotidiano, que janta com a sua família e come arroz, feijão, bife e ovo frito, o que resulta em personagens com os quais qualquer pessoa pode verdadeiramente se identificar. Isso pode ser visto em filmes como "O Resgate do Soldado Ryan" (1998), "Prenda-me Se For Capaz" (2002), "Capitão Philips" (2013), "Ponte dos Espiões" (2015), entre outros, assim como em "Apollo 13: Do Desastre ao Triunfo". Através de uma atuação contida, porém carregada de forte presença emocional, Hank nos leva em uma intensa e eletrizante história real de sobrevivência, marcada por um profundo senso de liderança em momentos de crise, uma excelente trilha sonora de James Horner e uma imersiva produção de arte, que realmente nos insere dentro do claustrofóbico ambiente de uma nave presa na desolação do espaço. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/23/25 Full Review Audience Member Has to be one of the most boring movies ever. It felt like an eternity to watch. Sorry, just not recommendable. 1.5/5 Starts Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 03/19/25 Full Review Kevin M Even though you know the ending because it's based on a true story, it's so well crafted and it has so many great roles and great actors it's still such a pleasure to watch. This is really a Dream Team cast and extremely well directed. A must see for space adventure fans and everybody else. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/09/25 Full Review James B I've seen this movie a couple of times and each time I thoroughly enjoy it. It is so captivating and well done. Every time I watch it I am on the edge of my seat. The cast and director do such a great job in making this moment in history really accessible to the viewer. You never really feel like you lack the knowledge to know what's happening even though the subject matter is quite complex. This is the gold standard for how a history related movie should be made. So, so good. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/03/25 Full Review Rami A These are the types of films that will put you on the edge of your seat. They offer a compelling script, stellar acting, and excellent casting. Anything Tom Hanks does is fantastic, even if the movie is bad, as his performances always bring a certain depth and authenticity to the character. Alongside him, a talented supporting cast often elevates the overall experience, making these films not just entertainment, but a journey that keeps you engaged from start to finish. Whether it's a tense thriller or an emotional drama, these films are sure to leave a lasting impression. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/17/25 Full Review Audience Member Still a great movie. Great acting and script. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/27/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis This Hollywood drama is based on the events of the Apollo 13 lunar mission, astronauts Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks), Fred Haise (Bill Paxton) and Jack Swigert (Kevin Bacon) find everything going according to plan after leaving Earth's orbit. However, when an oxygen tank explodes, the scheduled moon landing is called off. Subsequent tensions within the crew and numerous technical problems threaten both the astronauts' survival and their safe return to Earth.
Director
Ron Howard
Producer
Brian Grazer
Screenwriter
Jim Lovell, Jeffrey Kluger, William Broyles Jr., Al Reinert
Distributor
Universal Pictures
Production Co
Imagine Entertainment, Universal Pictures
Rating
PG
Genre
History, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 30, 1995, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 14, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA)
$173.8M
Runtime
2h 20m
Sound Mix
Surround
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