Voyager from the Unknown (1984): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1984, Voyager from the Unknown is a drama, science fiction and tv movie film directed by Winrich Kolbe, running about 91 minutes.

What it’s about. It is 1984. Jeffrey Jones is an 11-year-old orphan entrusted to his uncle and aunt. One evening, Phineas Bogg crashes through his bedroom window. As the young boy's dog rushes to the intruder, he bites into the book in Bogg's hand. In the ensuing panic, while trying to snatch the book from the fangs of the animal, Jeffrey swings out the window. Bogg jumps into the void to catch him and both are projected into time. Phineas Bogg is part of a group called the "Travellers". As they try to return Jeffrey to his own time, they encounter famous people from the past — while trying not to alter the path of history.

Who’s in it. Voyager from the Unknown stars Jon-Erik Hexum as Phineas Bogg, Meeno Peluce as Jeffrey Jones, Suzanne Barnes as Suzanne Brandes and Ed Begley Jr. as Wilbur Wright, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Voyager from the Unknown has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Voyager from the Unknown page.

If you liked it. Fans of Voyager from the Unknown tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.