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The Thousand Wonders of the Universe (1997): Cast

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The Thousand Wonders of the Universe is a 1997 sci-fi drama directed by Jean-Michel Roux, starring Tchéky Karyo as Professor Larsen, Jimmy Proulx and Féodor Atkine. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes.

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The Thousand Wonders of the Universe (1997) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Director
Jean-Michel Roux
Genres
Drama , Sci-Fi , Fantasy
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Thousand Wonders of the Universe About?

The premise of The Thousand Wonders of the Universe without spoilers.

Set in a near‑future where Earth intercepts a mysterious coded transmission from deep space, the film follows the sudden vanishing of 12,000 residents from Sepuvedra, a bustling free‑trade port. Convinced the disappearance is an alien abduction, government and military dispatch Professor Larsen—renowned astrophysicist and UFO specialist—to lead a rapid investigation into the empty town.

The Thousand Wonders of the Universe Themes & Keywords

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  • female nudity
  • female topless nudity
  • unidentified flying object
  • island
  • end of the world
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Cast & crew

The Thousand Wonders of the Universe Cast & Characters

Tchéky Karyo leads the cast as Professor Larsen, with Jimmy Proulx as Larsen enfant and Féodor Atkine as Purpur. Directed by Jean-Michel Roux; 39 actors are credited in all.

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More from Jean-Michel Roux

One more film directed by Jean-Michel Roux: Investigation Into the Invisible World.

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The Thousand Wonders of the Universe Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Ghost planet - Les mille merveilles de l'univers” and “Las 1000 maravillas del universo”.

Also known as
  • Ghost planet - Les mille merveilles de l'univers
  • Las 1000 maravillas del universo
  • Ghost planet

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The Thousand Wonders of the Universe FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Thousand Wonders of the Universe, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Thousand Wonders of the Universe?

The Thousand Wonders of the Universe runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was The Thousand Wonders of the Universe released?

The Thousand Wonders of the Universe was released on July 14, 1997.

Who directed The Thousand Wonders of the Universe?

The Thousand Wonders of the Universe was directed by Jean-Michel Roux.

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Who is in the cast of The Thousand Wonders of the Universe?

The Thousand Wonders of the Universe stars Tchéky Karyo as Professor Larsen, Jimmy Proulx as Larsen enfant and Féodor Atkine as Purpur, among 39 credited actors.

Does The Thousand Wonders of the Universe have a post-credit scene?

No. The Thousand Wonders of the Universe has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Thousand Wonders of the Universe in?

The original language of The Thousand Wonders of the Universe is French.

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