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The Time Machine (1960)

โ€œYou Will Orbit into the Fantastic Future!โ€

7.4/10 ยท 954 votes 1h 43m g FantasyAdventureThrillerRomanceScience-fiction

#16 of 17 films from 1960 #228 of 1079 in fantasy

Directed by George Pal ยท Written by H. G. Wells, David Duncan

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Overview

A Victorian Englishman travels to the far future and finds that humanity has divided into two hostile species.

Cast

Rod Tayloras H. George Wells
Alan Youngas David Filby / James Filby
Yvette Mimieuxas Weena
Sebastian Cabotas Dr. Philip Hilyer
Tom Helmoreas Anthony Bridewell
Whit Bissellas Walter Kemp
Doris Lloydas Mrs. Watchett
Bob Barranas Eloi Man (uncredited)
Paul Freesas Talking Rings (voice) (uncredited)

Facts

Release dateMay 25, 1960
Runtime103 min (1h 43m) โ€” shorter as the 1960 average of 120 min
GenresFantasy, Adventure, Thriller, Romance, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Budget$750,000
Box office$5,902 (0.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0054387

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Questions

How long is The Time Machine?
The Time Machine runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Is The Time Machine worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 954 votes, which places it #16 of 17 films released in 1960 in this index (top 12%) and #228 among 1079 fantasy titles.
Who directed The Time Machine?
The Time Machine was directed by George Pal.
Who stars in The Time Machine?
Rod Taylor as H. George Wells; Alan Young as David Filby / James Filby; Yvette Mimieux as Weena; Sebastian Cabot as Dr. Philip Hilyer; Tom Helmore as Anthony Bridewell; Whit Bissell as Walter Kemp.
What is The Time Machine rated?
It carries a g certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Time Machine?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/83804.

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