Exploding Sun (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2013, Exploding Sun is a science fiction film directed by Michael Robison, running about 174 minutes. “A historic space launch triggers a solar-storm event that could have cataclysmic repercussions for the planet if it isn’t stopped in time—and time is running out.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The world watches in awe as the Roebling Clipper is launched into space. Using state-of-the-art scalar engines to fly around the Moon and back in just hours, the maiden voyage of the first-ever trans-lunar passenger ship is about to make history. Among those on board: First Lady Simone Mathany, space-exploration entrepreneur Steve Roebling, Dr. Denise Balaban, pilot Fiona Henslaw, and a very lucky lottery winner. But while en route, a massive solar flare sparks a cosmic-ray burst that accelerates Aurora’s engine and blows the ship away from Earth’s orbit. Now out of control, it’s hurtling straight for the sun.
Who’s in it. Exploding Sun stars Julia Ormond as Joan Elias, David James Elliott as Don Wincroft, Natalie Brown as Cheryl Wincroft and Anthony Lemke as Craig Bakus, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Exploding Sun has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Exploding Sun page.
If you liked it. Fans of Exploding Sun tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Exploding Sun (2013)?
- In GB, Exploding Sun is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Exploding Sun worth watching?
- Exploding Sun holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Exploding Sun?
- Exploding Sun stars Julia Ormond, David James Elliott, Natalie Brown, Anthony Lemke and Alex Weiner.
- When was Exploding Sun released?
- Exploding Sun was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 174 minutes.