The Philadelphia Experiment
“The experiment that should never have happened 41 years ago...is still going on.”
Based on an "actual event" that took place in 1943. About a US Navy Destroyer Escort that disappeared from the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard, and sent two men 40 years into the future to 1984.
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Where is The Philadelphia Experiment streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, YouTube Free | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | Rakuten TV, Pluto TV, YouTube Free | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Gaia Amazon Channel | YouTube |
| Germany | Galactic Stream Amazon Channel, Joyn, Netzkino | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Cinefil Wow Plus Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video |
About The Philadelphia Experiment
The Philadelphia Experiment is a 1984 English-language science fiction, adventure and thriller film directed by Stewart Raffill. The cast is led by Michael Paré, Nancy Allen, Eric Christmas. It has a runtime of 1h 42m. Viewers rate it 6.1/10 across 500 ratings.
The Philadelphia Experiment was produced by New Pictures Group, New World Pictures, and Cinema Group Ventures and made in United States of America. It was released on October 5, 1984, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $9 million, it went on to gross $8 million worldwide.
- Director
- Stewart Raffill
- Writers
- William Gray, Michael Janover, Wallace C. Bennett
- Release date
- October 5, 1984
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $9 million
- Box office
- $8 million
- Production
- New Pictures Group, New World Pictures, Cinema Group Ventures
The Philadelphia Experiment cast & crew
The Philadelphia Experiment was directed by Stewart Raffill and written by William Gray, Michael Janover, and Wallace C. Bennett.
The cast features Michael Paré as David Herdeg, Nancy Allen as Allison Hayes, Eric Christmas as Dr. James Longstreet, Bobby Di Cicco as Jim Parker, Louise Latham as Pamela, and Kene Holliday as Major Clark.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Kenneth Wannberg, cinematography is by Dick Bush, and it was produced by John Carpenter and Douglas Curtis.
Is The Philadelphia Experiment worth watching?
The Philadelphia Experiment holds an audience score of 6.1/10 from 480 ratings, a solidly received science fiction films.
At 1h 42m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy science fiction, adventure, and thriller, The Philadelphia Experiment is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The Philadelphia Experiment
Michael Paré
David Herdeg
Nancy Allen
Allison Hayes
Eric Christmas
Dr. James Longstreet
Bobby Di Cicco
Jim Parker
Louise Latham
Pamela
Kene Holliday
Major Clark
Joe Dorsey
Sheriff Bates
Michael Currie
Magnussen
Stephen Tobolowsky
Barney
Gary Brockette
Adjutant / Andrews
Debra Troyer
Young Pamela
Miles McNamara
Young Longstreet
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The Philadelphia Experiment — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Philadelphia Experiment in India?
The Philadelphia Experiment is not currently available on major streaming services in India. Availability changes often — check back soon.
▸Where can I watch The Philadelphia Experiment in the US?
In the US, The Philadelphia Experiment is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
▸Where can I watch The Philadelphia Experiment in the UK?
In the UK, The Philadelphia Experiment is streaming on Rakuten TV, Pluto TV, and YouTube Free, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.
▸What language is The Philadelphia Experiment in?
The Philadelphia Experiment is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Philadelphia Experiment?
The Philadelphia Experiment runs 1 hours 42 minutes (102 minutes).
▸What is The Philadelphia Experiment rated?
The Philadelphia Experiment is rated PG. It holds a 6.1/10 audience score from 480 ratings.
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