Where to Watch Apollo 13
- Kevin WardJuly 1, 2025One of my all-time favorites. Just amazed at what the actors and the camera crew accomplished filming this in actual zero-g in 30-ish second increments. Incredible tension and drama, outstanding cast. Probably Ed Harris’s greatest roles. RIP Bill Paxton. Personally I was rooting for Hanks to get a third consecutive best actor Oscar, but he didn’t get the nom. This is one of my comfort movies though.
- flavo43December 30, 2025Apollo 13 is a gripping, expertly crafted film that captures both the wonder and the peril of space exploration. Based on the real-life aborted Moon mission, the movie transforms a technical crisis into a deeply human drama centered on ingenuity, teamwork, and survival. From liftoff to splashdown, the tension never lets up, even though the outcome is historically known. The all-star trio—Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon, and Bill Paxton—deliver grounded, believable performances that make the astronauts’ fear and determination feel immediate and real. Equally impressive is the supporting cast portraying Mission Control, where calm professionalism and mounting pressure drive home just how fragile success can be. The film excels at conveying adrenaline without resorting to exaggeration, relying instead on authenticity and precision. Ron Howard’s direction balances spectacle with intimate moments, allowing viewers to feel both the vast isolation of space and the collective effort required to bring the crew home safely. Apollo 13 is not just a space film—it’s a powerful tribute to human problem-solving, courage, and collaboration under extreme pressure.
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Apollo 13 was released on June 30, 1995.
Apollo 13 was directed by Ron Howard.
Apollo 13 has a runtime of 2h 20m.
Apollo 13 was produced by Brian Grazer.
This Hollywood drama is based on the events of the Apollo 13 lunar mission, astronauts Jim Lovell, Fred Haise and Jack Swigert find everything going according to plan after leaving Earth's orbit. However, when an oxygen tank explodes, the scheduled moon landing is called off. Subsequent tensions within the crew and numerous technical problems threaten both the astronauts' survival and their safe return to Earth.
The key characters in Apollo 13 are Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks), Fred Haise (Bill Paxton), Jack Swigert (Kevin Bacon).
Apollo 13 is rated PG.
Apollo 13 is a Drama, History, Adventure film.
Apollo 13 has an audience rating of 8.7 out of 10.
Apollo 13 had a budget of $52M.
Apollo 13 has made $355.2M at the box office.