

Cocoon: The Return(1988)
Journey to the most wonderful place in the universe... home.
Synopsis
The reinvigorated elderly group that left Earth comes back to visit their relatives. Will they all decide to go back to the planet where no one grows old, or will they be tempted to remain on Earth?
Directed by Daniel Petrie
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Cast

Don Ameche
Art Selwyn

Wilford Brimley
Ben Luckett

Courteney Cox
Sara

Hume Cronyn
Joe Finley

Jack Gilford
Bernie Lefkowitz

Steve Guttenberg
Jack Bonner

Barret Oliver
David

Maureen Stapleton
Mary Luckett

Elaine Stritch
Ruby

Jessica Tandy
Alma Finley

Gwen Verdon
Bess McCarthy

Tahnee Welch
Kitty

Linda Harrison
Susan

Tyrone Power Jr.
Pillsbury
Mike Nomad
Doc
Wendy J. Cooke
Phil / Antarean

Herta Ware
Rose
Brian C. Smith
Dr. Baron
Cocoon: The Return — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Cocoon: The Return?+
Cocoon: The Return is available to stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Cocoon: The Return come out?+
Cocoon: The Return was released in 1988.
How long is Cocoon: The Return?+
Cocoon: The Return runs for 116 minutes (1 hour and 56 minutes).
Who directed Cocoon: The Return?+
Cocoon: The Return was directed by Daniel Petrie.
Who stars in Cocoon: The Return?+
Cocoon: The Return stars Don Ameche, Wilford Brimley, Courteney Cox, Hume Cronyn and Jack Gilford.
Is Cocoon: The Return worth watching?+
Cocoon: The Return holds a 6.5/10 rating from 1,044 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of comedy and science fiction.
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