Aired Saturday September 25, 5:15pm - 7:05pmon 5*

Contact (1997)

Science fiction

A scientist receives a message from a distant point in the universe which proves the existence of intelligent extraterrestrial life. Encoded in the mass of data she receives from space is a blueprint for a spacecraft. Despite protests from religious leaders, the ship is built and she is launched into deep space without any knowledge of the aliens' intentions.

Country
USA
Cast and crew
  • Robert ZemeckisDirector
  • Jodie FosterEleanor Ann 'Ellie' Arroway
  • Matthew McConaugheyPalmer Joss
  • James WoodsMichael Kitz
  • John HurtS.R. Hadden
  • Tom SkerrittDavid Drumlin
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