Approaching the Unknown
2016, English. Directed by Mark Elijah Rosenberg.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Approaching the Unknown is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Mark Elijah RosenbergDirector
- Mark StrongCaptain William D. Stanaforth
- Luke WilsonLouis 'Skinny' Skinner (CapCom)
- Sanaa LathanCaptain Emily Maddox
- Anders Danielsen LieGreenstreet
- Charles BakerCaptain Frank Worsely
- Bettina SkyeNasa Technician
- Nancy RubelMission Control Technician (uncredited)
- Joe JamesSecurity Guard
Details
- Released
- 3 June 2016
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Mark Elijah Rosenberg
- Box office
- $10K
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Approaching the Unknown: quick answers
Is Approaching the Unknown worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.2/10 from 352 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Approaching the Unknown?
Approaching the Unknown runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Approaching the Unknown have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Approaching the Unknown. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Approaching the Unknown parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Approaching the Unknown is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Approaching the Unknown on?
Approaching the Unknown is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Approaching the Unknown?
If you liked Approaching the Unknown, try Stowaway, Gravity, Planet of the Apes.
Who directed Approaching the Unknown?
Approaching the Unknown (2016) was directed by Mark Elijah Rosenberg and stars Mark Strong, Luke Wilson, Sanaa Lathan.