Return to Earth (1976)
The story of Buzz Aldrin, the second astronaut to walk on the moon, and the problems he had after his return to Earth, including the breakup of his marriage, a nervous breakdown and his hospitalization for psychiatric problems.
Director: Jud Taylor
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 74 min
Release Date: May 14, 1976
Cast
- Cliff Robertson - Col. Edwin A. 'Buzz' Aldrin Jr.
- Shirley Knight - Joan Aldrin
- Charles Cioffi - Dr. Sam Mayhill
- Ralph Bellamy - Col. Edwin E. Aldrin
- Stefanie Powers - Marianne
- Kraig Metzinger - Andy Aldrin
- Tony Marks - Mike Aldrin
- Stephen Pearlman - Dr. Hotfield
- Stefan Gierasch - Al Davis
- Mark Roberts
Screenplay
- Buzz Aldrin
- George Malko (Screenplay)
- Wayne Warga
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Mental Health and Inner Struggle
Keywords
depression, biography
More Films by Director: Jud Taylor
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Return to Earth about?
- The story of Buzz Aldrin, the second astronaut to walk on the moon, and the problems he had after his return to Earth, including the breakup of his marriage, a nervous breakdown and his hospitalization for psychiatric problems.
- Who directed Return to Earth?
- Return to Earth was directed by Jud Taylor.
- Who stars in Return to Earth?
- Return to Earth stars Cliff Robertson, Shirley Knight, Charles Cioffi, Ralph Bellamy, Stefanie Powers, Kraig Metzinger.
- How long is Return to Earth?
- Return to Earth has a runtime of 1h 14m (74 minutes).
- What genre is Return to Earth?
- Return to Earth is a Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was Return to Earth produced?
- Return to Earth was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Return to Earth?
- The themes of Return to Earth include: Battle with Depression and Hope, Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Mental Health and Inner Struggle.