Orion's Key (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 3.3
Released in 1997, Orion's Key is a science fiction film directed by Mark Roper, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. After two archaeologists discover an ancient alien artifact in Africa, they must run for their lives from both the unstoppable guardian and protector that awakens as a result, and their greedy, madman employer, both of whom want the artifact.
Who’s in it. Orion's Key stars Frank Zagarino as Sirius, Todd Jensen as Michael Cavanaugh, Jennifer MacDonald as Corinne Cavanaugh and Greg Melvill-Smith as Silver, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.3/10, Orion's Key has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Orion's Key page.
If you liked it. Fans of Orion's Key tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Orion's Key (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Orion's Key change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Orion's Key worth watching?
- Orion's Key holds an audience score of 3.3 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 Orion's Key?
- Orion's Key stars Frank Zagarino, Todd Jensen, Jennifer MacDonald, Greg Melvill-Smith and Brian O'Shaughnessy.
- When was Orion's Key released?
- Orion's Key was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.