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The John Glenn Story (1962): Cast

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The John Glenn Story is a 1962 documentary directed by Michael R. Lawrence, starring Jack Webb as Narrator. It runs 30 minutes.

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The John Glenn Story (1962) movie poster
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Runtime
30 min
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is The John Glenn Story About?

The premise of The John Glenn Story without spoilers.

Glenn’s historic 1962 Mercury‑Atlas 6 mission made him the first American to orbit Earth, launching the modern era of U.S. space exploration. Six decades later, at age 77, his return aboard Space Shuttle Discovery in 1998 served as a symbolic bookend, marking the closing chapter of 20th‑century human spaceflight.

The John Glenn Story Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

The John Glenn Story Cast & Characters

Jack Webb plays Narrator in The John Glenn Story. Directed by Michael R. Lawrence.

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The John Glenn Story Also Known As

Also known as “סיפורו של ג'ון גלן”.

Also known as
  • סיפורו של ג'ון גלן

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The John Glenn Story FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The John Glenn Story, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The John Glenn Story?

The John Glenn Story runs 30 minutes.

When was The John Glenn Story released?

The John Glenn Story was released in 1962.

Who directed The John Glenn Story?

The John Glenn Story was directed by Michael R. Lawrence.

Who is in the cast of The John Glenn Story?

The John Glenn Story stars Jack Webb as Narrator.

Does The John Glenn Story have a post-credit scene?

No. The John Glenn Story has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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