The Rocket Man (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1954, The Rocket Man is a comedy, family and science fiction film directed by Oscar Rudolph, running about 79 minutes. “Out-of-this-world laughter and down-to-earth charm when the face from space turns out to be...the kid next door!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Wacky complications ensue when a little boy comes into possession of a ray gun that compels anyone caught in its beam to tell the truth. He uses it to prevent his orphanage from being shut down by creditors and to help a cute couple fall in love.
Who’s in it. The Rocket Man stars Charles Coburn as Mayor Ed Johnson, Spring Byington as Justice Amelia Brown, Anne Francis as June Brown and John Agar as Tom Baxter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Rocket Man has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Rocket Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rocket Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Rocket Man (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Rocket Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Rocket Man worth watching?
- The Rocket Man holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, family and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Rocket Man?
- The Rocket Man stars Charles Coburn, Spring Byington, Anne Francis, John Agar and George Winslow.
- When was The Rocket Man released?
- The Rocket Man was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.