Call from Space (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1989, Call from Space is an adventure and science fiction film directed by Richard Fleischer, running about 29 minutes.
What it’s about. A movie director and his wanna-be actor/eccentric inventor nephew are filming a low-budget sci-fi movie. Things get interesting when the nephews' bizarro invention starts bringing visitors from other times, including Napoleon, Archimedes, and people from the future and cavemen from the past. Just when they are filming what they are convinced will be one of the greatest movies ever, the same machine sends an alien visitor to their set. Also includes a last-minute cameo from James Coburn, as the infuriated head of the studio.
Who’s in it. Call from Space stars Charlton Heston as Alien (voice), James Coburn as Studio Boss, Ferdy Mayne as Archimedes and Billy Campbell as Young Man, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Call from Space sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Call from Space page.
If you liked it. Fans of Call from Space tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Call from Space (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Call from Space change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Call from Space worth watching?
- Call from Space holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and science fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Call from Space?
- Call from Space stars Charlton Heston, James Coburn, Ferdy Mayne, Billy Campbell and Sherrié Austin.
- When was Call from Space released?
- Call from Space was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 29 minutes.