Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977)
📌 Available on Prime Video and Apple TV🛡️ Parental guidance PG
📖 Story
An ordinary electrician's world shatters when unexplainable lights rip through the night sky, leaving him haunted by an inexplicable pull toward a remote desert wilderness. In Close Encounters of the Third Kind, this obsession consumes him entirely, driving him away from everything he knows as an invisible force beckons him toward an encounter that will redefine human understanding. Stripped of reason and anchored only by instinct, he arrives at the destination of his yearning—a convergence point where two worlds meet in breathtaking silence. The spectacular moment that unfolds transcends science fiction itself, becoming a meditation on wonder, sacrifice, and humanity's place in an infinite universe.
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Reflective
88
Excellent match
EnergyCalm and observant
ToneHuman and reflective
ExperienceObservation more than conflict
Best suited forviewers who enjoy accessible storytelling
What to expect from this title?Expect a calm watch that stays close to observation, nature, and the human bond rather than plot-heavy conflict.
Easy to enter quicklyBuilt for quick funClear and accessible mood
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Parental guidance
📌 MPAA
Suitable for family viewing with some guidance.
Runtime
137 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
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DirectorSteven Spielberg
WritingSteven Spielberg
CastRichard DreyfussFrançois TruffautTeri GarrMelinda DillonBob Balaban
ProductionClark L. PaylowJulia PhillipsMichael Phillips
MusicJohn WilliamsRobert 'Buzz' KnudsonStephen Katz
CinematographyVilmos ZsigmondSteven PosterJohn A. Alonzo
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Commercial performance analysis
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🔥Huge commercial success15.3x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue reached a very high multiple of the production cost
The release achieved a very large return multiple, clearly beyond a normal strong success.
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Huge success
💹 Return multiple: 15.3x📈 ROI: +1,434%🧾 Huge commercial success
💰Budget
$20M20 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$306.9M306.9 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🔥Commercial gap
+$286.9M+286.9 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
🔥Return multiple
15.3x15.3x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
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Budget: $20M • Revenue: $306.9M • Commercial gap: +$286.9M ROI +1,434%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Return multiple is very high.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
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Cast & crew
Richard Dreyfuss
Roy Neary
François Truffaut
Claude Lacombe
Teri Garr
Ronnie Neary
Melinda Dillon
Jillian Guiler
Bob Balaban
David Laughlin
J. Patrick McNamara
Project Leader
Warren J. Kemmerling
Wild Bill
Roberts Blossom
Farmer
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Phil Dodds
ARP Musician
Cary Guffey
Barry Guiler
Shawn Bishop
Brad Neary
Adrienne Campbell
Sylvia Neary
Justin Dreyfuss
Toby Neary
Lance Henriksen
Robert
Director: Steven Spielberg
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1Where can I watch Close Encounters of the Third Kind?
The film is available on both Prime Video and Apple TV. You can choose based on your subscription preference, with high-quality streaming available on both platforms.
2What is the film's plot about?
The film follows an electrician who witnesses a strange phenomenon in the night sky that leaves a permanent mark on him, leading him to pursue an obsessive quest for the truth behind this mysterious encounter. It's a story about human curiosity and first contact with extraterrestrial civilization.
3Who directed the film and what other famous films has he made?
The film was directed by Steven Spielberg, one of the greatest science fiction filmmakers in cinema history. He's also famous for Jurassic Park, E.T., and the Indiana Jones franchise.
4What is the film's duration and is it suitable for all ages?
The film runs for 137 minutes (2 hours and 17 minutes). It's family-friendly but better suited for teenagers and adults due to some tense moments and mild frightening scenes.
5When was this film released and is it considered old?
The film was released in 1977 and is considered a classic and pioneering work in its genre. Despite its age, it has maintained its artistic and cinematic value and is well worth watching.
6Who are the film's stars and are there Arab actors in it?
The film is led by American actor Richard Dreyfuss in the main role, alongside legendary French actor François Truffaut and actresses like Teri Garr and Melinda Dillon. There are no Arab actors in this classic American film.
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