2001: A Space Odyssey(1968)- Production Details

Poster of 2001: A Space Odyssey

Synopsis

In space, HAL takes control of the humans in Stanley Kubrick's "2001: A Space Odyssey" (1968). This towering cinematic achievement begins with a black monolith and ends with a space journey that goes terribly wrong as HAL, the computer that runs the spaceship, takes on a life of his own. Starring Keir Dullea and Gary Lockwood, this film is considered one of the great masterpieces of modern film.

Production Details

In Theaters

  • April 1968

MPAA Rating

G

Genres

Adaptation, Thriller, Action/Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi/Fantasy, Technology

Run Time

2 hours 40 minutes

Distributors

MGM Distribution Company, Warner Bros. Pictures Distribution

Production Status

Released

Produced In

United Kingdom

Director