Is Approaching the Unknown scary?

MyCinema has not rated Approaching the Unknown for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller, drama, and science fiction film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch Approaching the Unknown in the US?

Approaching the Unknown is free on YouTube Free and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Approaching the Unknown?

Approaching the Unknown runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Is Approaching the Unknown suitable for kids?

Approaching the Unknown is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB20161h 30mThriller / Drama / Science Fiction

Approaching the Unknown

Name: Approaching the Unknown
Genre: Thriller, Drama, Science Fiction
Released: 2016-06-03
Duration: 90 min

TMDB movie listing

Captain William Stanaforth is on a one-way solo mission to take the first steps in colonising Mars. Like all pioneers throughout history, Stanaforth will face insurmountable odds and life and death decisions as he rockets bravely through space.

TMDB audience score

Based on 349 votes

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Availability

Where to watch in the US

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Approaching the Unknown at a glance

Worked out from the film's TMDB record and its United States provider listings. These are facts about the data, not a review.

Runtime

Standard length · 1h 30m

At 1h 30m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Thriller · Drama · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under thriller, drama, and science fiction.

US availability

1 free · 5 to rent · 5 to buy

Not listed on a subscription service. Free or ad-supported on YouTube Free. Listed to rent from 5 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

5.2 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 5.2 out of 10 across 349 votes, a mixed audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Approaching the Unknown tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 30m.
It is free to watch on YouTube Free in the US.
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Questions about Approaching the Unknown

Is Approaching the Unknown scary?: MyCinema has not rated Approaching the Unknown for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a thriller, drama, and science fiction film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Approaching the Unknown in the US?: Approaching the Unknown is free on YouTube Free and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 2 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Approaching the Unknown?: Approaching the Unknown runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).
Is Approaching the Unknown suitable for kids?: Approaching the Unknown is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.