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Beyond The Sky (2018): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Beyond The Sky is a 2018 sci-fi thriller directed by Fulvio Sestito, starring Peter Stormare as Peter Norton, Ryan Carnes and Toby Grey. It runs 1 hour 22 minutes and earned $19,761 worldwide on a $1.5 million budget. IMDb users rate it 5.0/10.

IMDb rating
5.0/10
worldwide gross
$19.8K
Echo Score
60
budget
$1.5M
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Beyond The Sky (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 22m (82 min)
Director
Fulvio Sestito
Genres
Sci-Fi , Mystery , Thriller
Original language
English
Budget
$1.5M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Beyond The Sky About?

The premise of Beyond The Sky without spoilers.

Driven by a desire to expose the truth behind alien abduction claims, skeptic Chris Norton attends a UFO convention. There, he encounters Emily, a woman with perplexing experiences that shake his beliefs. As her birthday nears, Chris teams up with Emily to investigate her unsettling encounters, leading them to a startling discovery that questions everything we know about the cosmos and humanity’s role in it.

Beyond The Sky Themes & Keywords

· 9 tags
  • alien
  • alien abduction
  • filmmaker
  • crew
  • flying saucer
  • docudrama
  • low budget sci fi movie
  • documentary filmmaking
  • ufo unidentified flying object
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Cast & crew

Beyond The Sky Cast & Characters

Peter Stormare leads the cast as Peter Norton, with Ryan Carnes as Chris Norton and Toby Grey as Chris (7). Directed by Fulvio Sestito; 13 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Beyond The Sky

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Ratings

Beyond The Sky Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Beyond The Sky 5.0/10. Our Echo Score gives it 60/100, strongest in character & emotion (75) and weakest in rewatch factor (45).

60 /100

Beyond The Sky Echo Score Breakdown

Beyond The Sky delivers a moderately engaging narrative and solid character interactions, though its craft and sensory impact prove inconsistent. Critics praised its intelligent pacing and immersive premise, and users noted an intriguing mystery with competent performances from supporting roles. However, the direction and visual design fluctuate in quality, and moments of dull exposition undercut momentum. Overall, the film offers uneven strengths and may satisfy science-fiction fans despite limited lasting appeal.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 45

    In terms of art & craft, the film exhibits uneven direction and cinematography that alternates between effective tension-building and bland composition. Some reviewers appreciated efficient staging and occasional crisp framing, but others criticized the lack of visual awe and noticeable budget constraints. Editing quality helps maintain pace at times but also leaves narrative gaps. The overall art execution feels modest and rarely achieves lasting stylistic impact.

  • Character & Emotion 75

    When it comes to character & emotion, performances vary between credible supporting turns and uneven lead portrayals. Users commended the chemistry and depth of secondary roles, while some reviewers found the protagonist’s aggressive journalistic stance off-putting. Acting quality generally supports emotional engagement in key suspense sequences, yet occasional over-the-top delivery undermines believability. Characters contribute to narrative interest but lack consistently nuanced development across the cast.

  • Story & Flow 70

    In terms of story & flow, the film delivers an engaging science-fiction premise with measured pacing and intriguing twists. Early exposition garnered praise for clever setup, and the narrative sustains interest through surprising revelations. However, a generic plot backbone and awkward nonlinear tease were criticized for diluting suspense. While the finale provides satisfying answers, structural missteps prevent the storyline from achieving full cohesion.

  • Sensory Experience 55

    When considering sensory experience, the soundtrack and visual style yield a modest sense of immersion without generating the expected cosmic awe. Some viewers praised efficient special effects and moments of crisp sound design, while others noted repetitive handheld footage and sparse soundscapes. The modest production budget shows in limited visual spectacle, and the audio mix seldom elevates tension. Overall, sensory elements support atmosphere but seldom impress.

  • Rewatch Factor 45

    In terms of rewatch factor, the film’s modest thrills and narrative structure limit its lasting appeal. While the engaging premise and concise runtime were noted, generic plot elements and early reveals diminish motivation for subsequent viewings. Competent performances and occasional suspenseful moments offer some replay value, but an uneven balance of exposition and payoff reduces overall incentive to revisit the film.

Box office

Beyond The Sky Box Office & Budget

Beyond The Sky grossed $19,761 worldwide on a $1.5 million budget.

2018 box office

Worldwide gross

$19.8K

International
$19.8K
Budget
$1.5M
Videos

Beyond The Sky Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Beyond The Sky.

Beyond The Sky - OFFICIAL TRAILER
Cars

Cars in Beyond The Sky

2 cars on screen: the 2007 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter W906 and the 2014 Toyota HiAce.

  • 2007 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter W906 in Beyond The Sky 2007 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter W906 Minor role
  • 2014 Toyota HiAce in Beyond The Sky 2014 Toyota HiAce Background role
Details

Beyond The Sky Also Known As

11 alternative titles, including “False Memory Syndrome” and “Encounter”.

Also known as
  • False Memory Syndrome
  • Encounter
  • FMS False Memory Syndrome
  • 不期而遇
  • Отвъд небето
  • Gökyüzünün Ötesinde
  • 遭遇:地球外侵略者
  • Вище неба
  • 스카이 라인: 더 비욘드
  • Секретные файлы: Над небесами
  • מאחורי השמיים

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FAQ

Beyond The Sky FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Beyond The Sky, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Beyond The Sky?

Beyond The Sky runs 1 hour 22 minutes (82 minutes).

When was Beyond The Sky released?

Beyond The Sky was released on September 21, 2018.

Who directed Beyond The Sky?

Beyond The Sky was directed by Fulvio Sestito.

Who is in the cast of Beyond The Sky?

Beyond The Sky stars Peter Stormare as Peter Norton, Ryan Carnes as Chris Norton and Toby Grey as Chris (7), among 13 credited actors.

How much did Beyond The Sky make at the box office?

Beyond The Sky grossed $19,761 worldwide on a budget of $1.5 million.

How is Beyond The Sky rated?

Beyond The Sky has 5.0/10 on IMDb, 50% on TMDB and 3.5/5 on Movie Insider.

Does Beyond The Sky have a post-credit scene?

No. Beyond The Sky has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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