Who's Involved:
Idris Elba, Ridley Scott, Michael Fassbender, Charlize Theron, Jon Spaihts, Guy Pearce, Patrick Wilson, Logan Marshall-Green, Noomi Rapace, Michael Costigan, Sean Harris, Tony Scott, Rafe Spall, Damon Lindelof, Kate Dickie
Release Date:
Friday, June 8, 2012 In Theaters (Nationwide)
Age Rating: Restricted MPA
for sci-fi violence including some intense images, and brief language
for sci-fi violence including some intense images, and brief language
Runtime: 2 hrs, 4 m
Language: English
Prometheus Plot: What's it about?
A team of explorers discover a clue to the origins of mankind on Earth, leading them on a journey to the darkest corners of the universe. There, they must fight a terrifying battle to save the future of the human race.
modified plot formulation — trailers.apple.com
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Prometheus Cast List & Characters
Noomi Rapace ... role: Elizabeth Shaw
Michael Fassbender ... role: David
Charlize Theron ... role: Vickers
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Prometheus Crew and Production Team
A look at the Prometheus behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Ridley Scott previously directed The Dog Stars, Gladiator II and Napoleon. The film's writer Jon Spaihts penned Dune, Pacific Rim Uprising and The Mummy.
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Prometheus Production and Filming
Key Facts
- Originally slated as a two-part prequel to the 1979 Alien movie. Both Ridley Scott and Fox have carefully avoided calling it a prequel, although the similarity of styles is apparent in the movie stills, and with the use of the same sound effects, spaceship structures and title font animation in the teaser.
Prometheus Filming Timeline
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— Prometheus entered Completed status.
Awaiting release by the distributor; a release date may or may not be available.
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— The film entered Post-Production status.
Filming completed; footage being edited; music being composed and recorded; sound and visual effects being added.
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— The film entered Production status.
Shooting in LondonFinalizing production budget, filming the movie begins.
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— The film entered Pre-Production status.
Set for a March 2011 startKey cast and crew being hired; budget and production schedule finalized; shooting script approved.
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— The film entered Development status.
Story selection and rights acquired; idea being crafted into usable script; financing and casting attachments sought; aiming for 'greenlight'.
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— The film entered Concept status.
No reported activity; development status unknown or rumored; release likely years away, if ever.
Prometheus Release Date: When was the film released?
Prometheus was released nationwide on . The film opened in approximately 3,394 theaters. Nine other films are opening on the same date, including Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted, Safety Not Guaranteed and Dark Horse.
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Prometheus FAQ
Jun. 1, 2012
How similar is Prometheus be to Alien (1979)?
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Top Collaborators
Frequent cast and crew across the franchise.
- Michael Fassbender Actor2 appearances
- Noomi Rapace Actor2 appearances
- Ridley Scott Director, Producer2 appearances
- Tony Scott Producer2 appearances
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