Forbidden Planet
“Earthmen on a fabulous, peril-journey into outer space!”
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Starship C57D travels to planet Altair 4 in search of the crew of spaceship "Bellerophon," a scientific expedition that has been missing for twenty years. They find themselves unwelcome by the expedition's lone survivor and warned of destruction by an invisible force if they don't turn back immediately.
Cast
Walter Pidgeon
as Dr. Edward Morbius
Anne Francis
as Altaira Morbius
Leslie Nielsen
as Commander John J. Adams
Warren Stevens
as Lt. 'Doc' Ostrow
Jack Kelly
as Lt. Jerry Farman
Earl Holliman
as Cookie
Richard Anderson
as Chief Engineer Quinn
George D. Wallace
as Bosun
Robert Dix
as Crewman Grey
Jimmy Thompson
as Crewman Youngerford
James Drury
as Crewman Strong
Harry Harvey Jr.
as Crewman Randall
Roger McGee
as Crewman Lindstrom
Peter Miller
as Crewman Moran
Morgan Jones
as Crewman Nichols
Richard Grant
as Crewman Silvers
James Best
as Crewman (uncredited)
William Boyett
as Crewman (uncredited)
Les Tremayne
as Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
Frankie Darro
as Robby the Robot (interior) (uncredited)
Where does Forbidden Planet rank today?
Forbidden Planet is #2525 on the Bowood.TV Daily Streaming Charts today.
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Stream Forbidden Planet online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A well-rated science fiction and adventure movie originally produced in English and released in 1956, it's earned a solid 7.2/10 from 1,062 viewers worldwide.
About Forbidden Planet
“Earthmen on a fabulous, peril-journey into outer space!”
Starship C57D travels to planet Altair 4 in search of the crew of spaceship "Bellerophon," a scientific expedition that has been missing for twenty years. They find themselves unwelcome by the expedition's lone survivor and warned of destruction by an invisible force if they don't turn back immediately. Running 98 minutes.
Forbidden Planet Cast and Characters
The cast features Walter Pidgeon (as Dr. Edward Morbius), Anne Francis (as Altaira Morbius), Leslie Nielsen (as Commander John J. Adams), Warren Stevens (as Lt. 'Doc' Ostrow), and Jack Kelly (as Lt. Jerry Farman). Their performances are a major reason Forbidden Planet has built such a passionate audience.
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Forbidden Planet flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is world-building that respects the audience's intelligence. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Forbidden Planet
Where can I watch Forbidden Planet online for free?
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How long is Forbidden Planet?
Forbidden Planet runs for 98 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is Forbidden Planet good? What's the rating?
Forbidden Planet holds a 7.2/10 rating based on 1,062 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Forbidden Planet?
The main cast includes Walter Pidgeon, Anne Francis, Leslie Nielsen, and Warren Stevens, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Forbidden Planet available in English?
Yes — Forbidden Planet was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Forbidden Planet released?
Forbidden Planet was released in 1956.
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Where can I watch Forbidden Planet for free?
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What is Forbidden Planet about?
Forbidden Planet is a Science Fiction/Adventure English-language film. Starship C57D travels to planet Altair 4 in search of the crew of spaceship "Bellerophon," a scientific expedition that has been missing for twenty years. They find themselves unwelcome by the expedition's lone survivor and warned of destruction by an invisible force if they don't turn back immediately.
When was Forbidden Planet released?
Forbidden Planet was released on March 23, 1956. It has a runtime of 1h 38m. The film was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
Who stars in Forbidden Planet?
Forbidden Planet stars Walter Pidgeon, Anne Francis, Leslie Nielsen and Warren Stevens. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Forbidden Planet available in HD?
Yes, Forbidden Planet is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.