Explorers(1985)
The adventure begins in your own back yard.
Synopsis
Middle schooler Ben spends his free time watching sci-fi films, playing video games and reading comic books. Surprisingly, his affinity for all things fantastical yields a real result – when he has a vivid dream about technology, his prodigy best friend Wolfgang manages to create a working spacecraft. Joined by their buddy Darren, the boys take off into outer space and encounter some very odd extraterrestrial life.
Directed by Joe Dante
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Cast
Ethan Hawke
Ben Crandall
River Phoenix
Wolfgang Müller
Jason Presson
Darren Woods
Amanda Peterson
Lori Swenson
Bobby Fite
Steve Jackson
Dana Ivey
Mrs. Müller
James Cromwell
Mr. Müller
Dick Miller
Charlie Drake
Bradley Gregg
Steve Jackson's Gang
Georg Olden
Steve Jackson's Gang
Chance Schwass
Steve Jackson's Gang
Meshach Taylor
Gordon Miller
Danny Nucci
Nasty Kid at School
Taliesin Jaffe
Ludwig Müller
Brooke Bundy
Science Teacher
Tricia Bartholome
Girl in Classroom
Eric Luke
Darren's Teacher
Robert Picardo
Starkiller / Wak / Wak and Neek's Father
Explorers — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Explorers?+
Explorers is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus, YouTube Free, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did Explorers come out?+
Explorers was released in 1985.
How long is Explorers?+
Explorers runs for 109 minutes (1 hour and 49 minutes).
Who directed Explorers?+
Explorers was directed by Joe Dante.
Who stars in Explorers?+
Explorers stars Ethan Hawke, River Phoenix, Jason Presson, Amanda Peterson and Bobby Fite.
Is Explorers worth watching?+
Explorers holds a 6.3/10 rating from 531 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of science fiction, adventure and family.
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