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