Meteor (1979) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Meteor (1979) — After a collision with a comet, a nearly 8km wide piece of the asteroid "Orpheus" is… Streaming on Amazon Video, Apple TV...
Meteor (1979) Storyline
After a collision with a comet, a nearly 8km wide piece of the asteroid "Orpheus" is heading towards Earth. If it hits it will cause an incredible catastrophe which will probably extinguish mankind. To stop the meteor NASA wants to use the illegal nuclear weapon satellite "Hercules" but discovers soon that it doesn't have enough firepower. Their only chance to save the world is to join forces with the USSR who have also launched such an illegal satellite. But will both governments agree?
Full Cast & Crew
- Sean Connery as Paul Bradley
- Natalie Wood as Tatiana Donskaya
- Karl Malden as Harry Sherwood
- Brian Keith as Dr. Dubov
- Martin Landau as General Adlon
- Trevor Howard as Sir Michael Hughes
- Richard Dysart as Secretary of Defense
- Henry Fonda as The President
- Joseph Campanella as General Easton
- Bo Brundin as Rolf Manheim
- Katherine De Hetre as Jan Watkins
- James G. Richardson as Alan Marshall
- Roger Robinson as Bill Hunter
- Michael Zaslow as Sam Mason
- John Findlater as Astronaut Tom Easton
Why Watch Meteor?
The Vibe: Meteor is a mind-bending and visually spectacular science fiction movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1979. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.2/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for dreamers and fans of speculative futures. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with science fiction-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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