Alien Planet (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Film · ★ 6.9

Alien Planet poster

Released in 2005, Alien Planet is an animation, science fiction and documentary film directed by Pierre de Lespinois, running about 94 minutes.

What it’s about. The dynamic meeting of solid science and futuristic simulation culminates in a dramatic exploration to another inhabited planet seven light years away. Alien Planet creates a realistic depiction of creatures on another world, where life is possible, if not provable, according to scientists' theories. Take this fascinating journey created by state-of-the-art animation and photo-realistic effects.

Who’s in it. Alien Planet stars Wayne D. Barlowe as Himself, Curtis Clark as Himself, James Garvin as Himself and Jamie Haines as Himself, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Alien Planet 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 Alien Planet page.

If you liked it. Fans of Alien Planet tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Alien Planet (2005)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Alien Planet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Alien Planet worth watching?
Alien Planet holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, science fiction and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Alien Planet?
Alien Planet stars Wayne D. Barlowe, Curtis Clark, James Garvin, Jamie Haines and Stephen Hawking.
When was Alien Planet released?
Alien Planet was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.