The Reluctant Astronaut
1967, English. Directed by Edward Montagne.
He's an Astro-Knott Turned Astronaut in the Maddest Mix Up in Space History!!
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Edward MontagneDirector
- Don KnottsRoy Fleming
- Leslie NielsenMajor Fred Gifford
- Joan FreemanEllie Jackson
- Jesse WhiteDonelli
- Jeanette NolanMrs. Fleming
- Frank McGrathPlank
- Arthur O'ConnellArbuckle "Buck" Fleming
- Joan ShawleeBlonde in Bar
- Guy RaymondBert
- Nydia WestmanAunt Zana
- Paul HartmanRush
- Robert F. SimonCervantes
Details
- Released
- 5 September 1967
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Everett Greenbaum, James Fritzell
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The Reluctant Astronaut: quick answers
Is The Reluctant Astronaut worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 6.0/10 from 50 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Reluctant Astronaut?
The Reluctant Astronaut runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does The Reluctant Astronaut have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Reluctant Astronaut. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Reluctant Astronaut parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Reluctant Astronaut is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Reluctant Astronaut on?
The Reluctant Astronaut isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Reluctant Astronaut?
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Who directed The Reluctant Astronaut?
The Reluctant Astronaut (1967) was directed by Edward Montagne and stars Don Knotts, Leslie Nielsen, Joan Freeman.