Five Weeks in a Balloon
1962, English. Directed by Irwin Allen.
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Professor Fergusson plans to make aviation history by making his way across Africa by balloon. He plans to claim uncharted territories in West Africa as proof of his inventions worth.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Irwin AllenDirector
- Red ButtonsDonald O'Shay
- Barbara EdenSusan Gale
- Cedric HardwickeFergusson
- Peter LorreAhmed
- Richard HaydnSir Henry Vining
- BarBara LunaMakia
- FabianJacques
- Billy GilbertSultan/Actioneer
- Herbert MarshallThe Prime Minister
- Reginald OwenConsul
- Henry DaniellSheik Ageiba
- Jonathan GilmoreChief Slave (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 22 August 1962
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Albert Gail, Irwin Allen, Charles Bennett
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What Five Weeks in a Balloon is based on
Five Weeks in a Balloon is adapted from a novel.
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Is Five Weeks in a Balloon worth watching?
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How long is Five Weeks in a Balloon?
Five Weeks in a Balloon runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does Five Weeks in a Balloon have a post-credits scene?
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Five Weeks in a Balloon parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Five Weeks in a Balloon is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Five Weeks in a Balloon on?
Five Weeks in a Balloon isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Five Weeks in a Balloon?
If you liked Five Weeks in a Balloon, try Around the World in 80 Days, Curious George, The Lion King 1½.
Who directed Five Weeks in a Balloon?
Five Weeks in a Balloon (1962) was directed by Irwin Allen and stars Red Buttons, Barbara Eden, Cedric Hardwicke.
What is Five Weeks in a Balloon based on?
Five Weeks in a Balloon is adapted from a novel.