The Right Stuff (1983)
📌 Available on Prime Video🛡️ Parental guidance PG
📖 Story
Seven test pilots stand at the threshold of destiny, their skills and courage about to reshape human history. The Right Stuff chronicles their extraordinary struggle to become the first American astronauts, capturing both the exhilaration and the crushing weight of ambition. Behind the glory lies a raw, intimate portrait of men grappling with fear, sacrifice, and the relentless drive to prove themselves worthy of the impossible dream that awaits them among the stars.
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ToneLight and steady
ExperienceStraightforward viewing experience
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What to expect from this title?Expect an easy, fast-moving watch built for direct fun more than layered tension or emotional weight.
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
193 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
Key creators and cast in a compact, organized view.
DirectorPhilip Kaufman
WritingPhilip KaufmanTom Wolfe
CastSam ShepardScott GlennEd HarrisDennis QuaidFred Ward
ProductionJames D. BrubakerIrwin WinklerRobert Chartoff
MusicBill ContiDavid MacMillanAndy Wiskes
CinematographyCaleb DeschanelHarry MathiasTed Churchill
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Rental starts from 3.49 GBP on Prime Video. Purchase starts from 7.99 GBP on Prime Video.
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📊 Title-specific financial analysis
Commercial performance analysis
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📉Box office loss0.8x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue did not cover the production cost
The box office run returned less than the reported budget, leaving a clear commercial shortfall.
Quick pulse
Clear loss
💹 Return multiple: 0.8x📈 ROI: -20%🧾 Box office loss
💰Budget
$27M27 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$21.5M21.5 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
📉Commercial shortfall
-$5.5M-5.5 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
📉Return multiple
0.8x0.8x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
Financial map
Relative scale inside this section
Budget: $27M • Revenue: $21.5M • Commercial gap: -$5.5M ROI -20%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Returned less than its budget.
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
Sam Shepard
Chuck Yeager
Scott Glenn
Alan Shepard
Ed Harris
John Glenn
Dennis Quaid
Gordon Cooper
Fred Ward
Gus Grissom
Barbara Hershey
Glennis Yeager
Kim Stanley
Pancho Barnes
Veronica Cartwright
Betty Grissom
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Pamela Reed
Trudy Cooper
Scott Paulin
Deke Slayton
Charles Frank
Scott Carpenter
Lance Henriksen
Wally Schirra
Donald Moffat
Lyndon B. Johnson
Levon Helm
Jack Ridley / Narrator
Director: Philip Kaufman
❓ FAQ
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1Where can I watch The Right Stuff?
The film is available exclusively on Prime Video. You can subscribe to the service and watch the complete film in high quality.
2What is the duration and is it suitable for children?
The film runs for 193 minutes (approximately 3 hours 13 minutes) and is recommended for teenagers and adults due to its complex dramatic content and dialogue. It may not be suitable for young children.
3What is the story of The Right Stuff about?
The film tells the story of seven exceptional American test pilots who carried a bold American dream during a pivotal moment in history. It follows their epic journey through challenges and historical achievements.
4Who is the director and main cast?
The film is directed by Philip Kaufman, and features acclaimed actors including Sam Shepard, Scott Glenn, Ed Harris, Dennis Quaid, and Fred Ward. They delivered outstanding performances in this epic production.
5When was the film released and what genres does it belong to?
The film was released in 1983 and combines three genres: Drama, History, and Adventure. This blend makes it a unique and epic cinematic work.
6Is the film adapted from a novel or an original screenplay?
The film is adapted from a historical novel with the same name and is based on true events from the American space program and early test pilots. This adds significant historical credibility to the production.
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