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Release: 1997-07-11·Runtime: 150m·★ 7.4
DramaScience FictionMystery
A radio astronomer receives the first extraterrestrial radio signal ever picked up on Earth. As the world powers scramble to decipher the message and decide upon a course of action, she must make some difficult decisions between her beliefs, the truth, and reality.
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
South Side Amusement Company
Warner Bros. Pictures
Trailers & Videos
Cast
Thomas Garneras Ian Broderick
Bernard Shawas Bernard Shaw
Ming Loas Pod Systems Control (uncredited)
Michael Albalaas Decryption Hacker
Steven Fordas Major Russell
Elaina Erika Davisas Philanthropy Bureaucrat (uncredited)
Cenk Uyguras Reporter (uncredited)
William Fichtneras Kent
Sunshine Logroñoas Puerto Rican Taxi Driver (uncredited)
Alex Veadovas Russian Cosmonaut
Jay Lenoas Jay Leno
David St. Jamesas Joint Chief
J.A. Prestonas Senator (uncredited)
Frank Silvaas Army Officer (uncredited)
Bryant Gumbelas Bryant Gumbel
Aixa Clementeas President's Secretary (uncredited)
Jodie Fosteras Ellie Arroway
Tony Boldias Robert Hand (uncredited)
John Hurtas S. R. Hadden
Saemi Nakamuraas Japanese Anchor
Jake Buseyas Joseph
James Woodsas Michael Kitz
Maria Celeste Arrarasas Latina Anchor
Denise Lovedayas Press Secretary (uncredited)
William Jordanas Chairman of Joint Chiefs
Angela Bassettas Rachel Constantine
Max Martinias Willie
Philippe Bergeronas French Committee Member
Matthew McConaugheyas Palmer Joss
Marc Macaulayas NASA Technician
Geraldine A. Ferraroas Geraldine A. Ferraro
Bill Clintonas Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Christopher Boyeras Scientist (uncredited)
Boris Lee Krutonogas Astronaut (uncredited)
Tabitha Sorenas Tabitha Soren
Leo Leeas Major Domo
Holly Cross Vagleyas Religious Zealot (uncredited)
Delaney Williamsas Believer #1 (uncredited)
David Morseas Ted Arroway
Geoffrey Blakeas Fisher
Larry Kingas Larry King
Rob Elkas Pad Leader
Mak Takanoas Japanese Tech #1
William L. Thomasas Reporter #6
Catherine Daoas Life Support
Marisa Petroroas Oval Office Secretary (uncredited)
Henry Strozieras Minister
Thomas Reidas Senate Hearing (uncredited)
Todd Thompsonas News Reporter (uncredited)
Geraldo Riveraas Geraldo Rivera
Tucker Smallwoodas Mission Director
Jeffery Thomas Johnsonas Mechanical
Jena Maloneas Young Ellie
Vance Valenciaas Senator Valencia
Claire Shipmanas Claire Shipman
Jennifer Balgobinas Dr. Patel
Donna Kelleyas Donna Kelley
Ian Whitcombas British Anchor
Robin Gammellas Project Official
Paul L. Nolanas Ellie's Attorney (uncredited)
Dee Dee Myersas Dee Dee Myers
Tom Skerrittas David Drumlin
Ann Druyanas Ann Druyan
Yuji Okumotoas Electrical
Valorie Armstrongas Woman Senator
Neal Matarazzoas Kitz's Aide (uncredited)
Rob Loweas Richard Rank
Haynes Brookeas Drumlin AideCrew
" />Robert ZemeckisDirector, Producer
" />Jerome ChenCG Supervisor
" />Nick PhillipsCamera Operator
" />François DuhamelStill Photographer
" />Gary ArcherProsthetics
" />Michael L. FinkSenior Visual Effects Supervisor
" />Michael SilversDialogue Editor
" />Alan SilvestriOriginal Music Composer
" />Matt AitkenCG Supervisor
" />Carl SaganNovel, Co-Producer, Original Story
" />Robert WeaverCG Artist
" />Tom JohnsonSound Re-Recording Mixer
" />Ken RalstonSenior Visual Effects Supervisor
" />Lynda ObstExecutive Producer
" />Tim MonichDialect Coach
" />Gary RizzoAdditional Sound Re-Recording Mixer, Sound Re-Recording Mixer
" />Ann DruyanCo-Producer, Original Story
" />Steve StarkeyProducer, Second Unit Director
" />Stephen RosenbaumVisual Effects Supervisor
" />Cellin GluckSecond Assistant Director
" />James V. HartScreenplay
" />Bud DavisStunt Coordinator
" />Victoria BurrowsCasting
" />Steve BoeddekerSound Effects Editor
" />Dennis SandsSound Re-Recording Mixer
" />Kim Robert KosckiStunts
" />Nina SaxonTitle Designer
" />Michael GoldenbergScreenplay
" />Jay CaputoStunts
" />Randy ThomSound Re-Recording Mixer, Sound Designer
" />Rick PorrasAssociate Producer
" />William RossOrchestrator
" />Don BurgessDirector of Photography
" />Joanna JohnstonCostume Design
" />Peter JacksonAdditional Visual Effects
" />Arthur SchmidtEditor
" />Deborah La Mia DenaverMakeup Artist
" />Bruce MoriartyFirst Assistant Director