The Reluctant Astronaut Released 1967-09-05 is a story that falls under the Comedy, Family, Science Fiction category. Movie Story "Roy Fleming is a small-town kiddie-ride operator who is deathly afraid of heights. After learning that his father has signed him up for the space program, Roy reluctantly heads for Houston, only to find out upon arriving that his job is as a janitor, not an astronaut. Anxious to live up to the expectations of his domineering father, Roy manages to keep up a facade of being an astronaut to his family and friends. When NASA decides to launch a layperson into space to prove the worthiness of a new automated spacecraft, Roy gets the chance to confront his fears.".
Stars:
Don Knotts,
Leslie Nielsen,
Joan Freeman,
Jesse White,
Jeanette Nolan,
Frank McGrath,
Arthur O'Connell,
Joan Shawlee,
Guy Raymond,
Nydia Westman,
Paul Hartman,
Robert F. Simon,
Robert Pickering,
Bill Quinn,
Melissa Gilbert,
Burt Mustin,
Marjorie Bennett,
Herb Vigran,
Paul Bryar
Director:
Everett Greenbaum,
James Fritzell,
Edward Montagne,
Billy Sands,
Sam E. Waxman,
Rex Wimpy,
Alexander Golitzen,
William D. DeCinces,
Edward Montagne,
Bud Westmore,
Larry Germain,
Vic Mizzy,
Rosemary Odell
The Reluctant Astronaut is a movie that promises to engage and entertain its viewers. As a Comedy, Family, Science Fiction film available in English, it combines strong performances with a compelling narrative. Whether you’re a fan of these genres or looking for a new cinematic adventure, this film is worth a watch!