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The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth (2024): Cast

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The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth is a 2024 documentary directed by Lizzie Kempton, starring Mark Kelly, Miles O’Brien and Jon Clark. It runs 2 hours 54 minutes.

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Runtime
2h 54m (174 min)
Director
Lizzie Kempton
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
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The story

What Is The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth About?

The premise of The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth without spoilers.

In 2003, the Space Shuttle Columbia disintegrates over the United States, ending the mission in catastrophe. The documentary weaves together intimate accounts from the astronauts’ families, NASA engineers and officials, recounting the launch, the sudden disaster, the subsequent investigation and the lasting emotional fallout.

The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth Themes & Keywords

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  • tv mini series
  • texas crash site
  • space shuttle columbia
  • 2003
  • nasa
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Cast & crew

The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth Cast & Characters

Mark Kelly leads the cast, with Miles O’Brien and Jon Clark. Directed by Lizzie Kempton; 24 actors are credited in all.

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More from Lizzie Kempton

One more film directed by Lizzie Kempton: The Case of Sally Challen.

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The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth Trailers & Videos

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The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth?

The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth runs 2 hours 54 minutes (174 minutes).

Who directed The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth?

The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth was directed by Lizzie Kempton.

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Who is in the cast of The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth?

The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth stars Mark Kelly, Miles O’Brien and Jon Clark, among 24 credited actors.

Does The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth have a post-credit scene?

No. The Space Shuttle That Fell to Earth has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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