The Dead Past (1965): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

1965 · Film · ★ 8

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Released in 1965, The Dead Past is a fernsehfilm and science-fiction film directed by John Gorrie, running about 58 minutes.

What it’s about. The Chronoscope is a device that analyses ancient photons to allow a glimpse into any event in Earth's distant past. Historian Arnold Potterley is rebuffed when he petitions for use of the Chronoscope to study ancient Carthage. So he commissions the building of a private time-viewing machine.

Who’s in it. The Dead Past stars George Benson as Arnold Potterley, James Maxwell as Jonas Foster, David Langton as Thaddeus Araman and Willoughby Goddard as Ralph Nimmo, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Dead Past sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dead Past page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Dead Past tend to enjoy Miraculous World: New York, United Heroez, Sherlock - Die Braut des Grauens, Steven Universe: Der Film and Twin Peaks.

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Where can I watch The Dead Past (1965)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Dead Past change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Dead Past worth watching?
The Dead Past holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fernsehfilm and science-fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Dead Past?
The Dead Past stars George Benson, James Maxwell, David Langton, Willoughby Goddard and Sylvia Coleridge.
When was The Dead Past released?
The Dead Past was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.