Silent Running

Silent Running

Amazing companions on an incredible adventure... that journeys beyond imagination!

G 1972 · 89 min · ★ 6.4 · Science Fiction, Adventure, Drama

After the entire flora goes extinct, ecologist Lowell maintains a greenhouse aboard a space station for the future with his android companions. However, he rebels after being ordered to destroy the greenhouse in favor of carrying cargo, a decision that puts him at odds with everyone but his mechanical companions.

Directed by Douglas Trumbull · Written by Deric Washburn

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