Quest (1984): cast, story & where to watch

1984 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 1984, Quest is an action, fantasy, drama and adventure film directed by Saul Bass, running about 30 minutes.

What it’s about. On a distant planet, descendants of a crashed spaceship are subjected to mysterious forces that cause them to age and die in just eight days. They must also live in caves to escape the bitter cold of night and the killing heat of day. One young boy is determined to find his way back to the ship that brought them there. But how will accomplish this in the short time left to him?

Who’s in it. Quest stars John Abbott, Noah Hathaway, David Comfort and Michael Mancini, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Quest has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Eternal Family. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Quest page.

If you liked it. Fans of Quest tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Quest (1984)?
In US, Quest is available to stream on Eternal Family. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Quest worth watching?
Quest holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, fantasy, drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Quest?
Quest stars John Abbott, Noah Hathaway, David Comfort, Michael Mancini and Damian Cavalieri.
When was Quest released?
Quest was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.