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The Quiet Earth (1985)

The End of the World is Just the Beginning

DramaScience FictionThriller

After a top-secret experiment misfires, a scientist may be the only man left alive in the world.

Release Date
September 8, 1985
Runtime
1h 31m
Rating
6.6/10 (619 votes)

Director: Geoff Murphy

Cast: Bruno Lawrence, Alison Routledge, Anzac Wallace, Pete Smith, Tom Hyde, Norman Fletcher

Production: Cinepro, Mr. Yellowbeard Productions Limited & Company, Pillsbury Films
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Budget
$1M

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The Quiet Earth

The End of the World is Just the Beginning

The End of the World is Just the Beginning

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91 min

After a top-secret experiment misfires, a scientist may be the only man left alive in the world.

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StatusReleased
Original LanguageEnglish
Release Date9/8/1985
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Cast

Bruno Lawrence

as Zac Hobson

Alison Routledge

as Joanne

Anzac Wallace

as Api's Mate

Pete Smith

as Api

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Tom Hyde

as Scientist

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Norman Fletcher

as Perrin

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Quiet Earth about?

After a top-secret experiment misfires, a scientist may be the only man left alive in the world.

How long is The Quiet Earth?

1h 31m

When was The Quiet Earth released?

September 8, 1985

Who directed The Quiet Earth?

Geoff Murphy

Who stars in The Quiet Earth?

Bruno Lawrence, Alison Routledge, Anzac Wallace

What genre is The Quiet Earth?

Drama, Science Fiction, Thriller

What is The Quiet Earth rated?

R

Is The Quiet Earth available to stream?

Yes, on Midnight Pulp and Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel