Gravity (2013)
Alfonso Cuarón's breathtaking survival thriller sends two astronauts tumbling through the void of space after a catastrophic disaster destroys their shuttle.
Gravity - Movie Information
- Original Title: Gravity
- Release Year: 2013
- Directed by: Alfonso Cuarón
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Drama
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 1h 31m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): October 3, 2013 (Australia - M), October 4, 2013 (United States - PG-13), October 4, 2013 (Canada - PG), November 8, 2013 (United Kingdom - 12A), October 3, 2013 (Germany - 12), October 23, 2013 (France - TP), October 11, 2013 (India), October 3, 2013 (New Zealand - M), October 11, 2013 (Brazil - 12), October 18, 2013 (Mexico - B), October 3, 2013 (Italy - T), October 4, 2013 (Spain - 12), October 17, 2013 (South Korea - 12), November 19, 2013 (China), October 18, 2013 (Nigeria)
- Alternative Titles: Gravity: Misiune in spatiu (RO), Гравiтацiя (UA), Gravity 3D (US), Gravity 2013 (JP), גראביטי (IL), Cuộc Chiến Không Trọng Lực (VN), 그래비티 (KR), Gravitatsioon (EE)
- Production Companies: Esperanto Filmoj, Warner Bros. Pictures, Heyday Films
- Production Countries: United Kingdom, United States of America
Gravity - Plot
Dr. Ryan Stone, a brilliant medical engineer, is on her first Shuttle mission, with veteran astronaut Matt Kowalski in command of his last flight before retiring. But on a seemingly routine spacewalk, disaster strikes. The Shuttle is destroyed, leaving Stone and Kowalski completely alone-tethered to nothing but each other and spiraling out into the blackness of space. The deafening silence tells them they have lost any link to Earth and any chance for rescue. As fear turns to panic, every gulp of air eats away at what little oxygen is left. But the only way home may be to go further out into the terrifying expanse of space.
Gravity - Trailer
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Don't let go.
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Gravity - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Alfonso Cuarón
Main Cast
- Sandra Bullock
- George Clooney
- Ed Harris
- Orto Ignatiussen
- Phaldut Sharma
- Amy Warren
- Basher Savage
Writers
- Jonás Cuarón
- Alfonso Cuarón
Producers
- Alfonso Cuarón
- David Heyman
Gravity - FAQs
Is Gravity based on a true story?
No, Gravity is not based on a true story. It is an original fictional screenplay written by Alfonso Cuarón and his son Jonás Cuarón. While the film draws on real NASA technology and orbital mechanics for authenticity, the characters and catastrophic debris event are entirely invented.
How scientifically accurate is Gravity?
Gravity is visually stunning but takes notable scientific liberties. Critics point out that the ISS, Hubble Space Telescope, and Chinese station orbit at very different altitudes, making the film's travel between them impossible. Sound in space is also dramatized. However, the depiction of weightlessness and orbital debris was widely praised by NASA astronauts.
Where can you stream or watch Gravity?
Gravity is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability may vary by region. Check JustWatch for the most current options in your country.
Who are the main actors in Gravity?
Gravity stars Sandra Bullock as Dr. Ryan Stone, a medical engineer on her first shuttle mission, and George Clooney as veteran astronaut Matt Kowalski. Ed Harris provides the voice of Mission Control. Bullock carries the majority of the film in a physically and emotionally demanding solo performance.
What is the ending of Gravity explained?
At the end of Gravity, Ryan Stone successfully re-enters Earth's atmosphere using a Chinese space capsule and splashes down in a lake. She struggles to shore, collapsing on solid ground — a powerful symbolic rebirth. The ending represents her emotional journey from despair and isolation back to the will to survive and live.
How long is Gravity and what is its age rating?
Gravity has a runtime of 1 hour and 31 minutes and is rated PG-13 in the United States. The rating reflects intense peril, brief strong language, and some disturbing images. Despite its relatively short runtime, the film delivers a relentlessly tense experience from start to finish.
Did Gravity win any major awards?
Yes, Gravity was a major awards success. It won seven Academy Awards, including Best Director for Alfonso Cuarón, Best Cinematography for Emmanuel Lubezki, Best Film Editing, Best Original Score, Best Sound Editing, Best Sound Mixing, and Best Visual Effects — a record-tying haul for a single film at the 86th Oscars.
Who directed Gravity and who wrote the screenplay?
Gravity was directed by Alfonso Cuarón, the acclaimed Mexican filmmaker known for Children of Men and Y Tu Mamá También. The screenplay was co-written by Alfonso Cuarón and his son Jonás Cuarón. The project took several years to develop, with the complex visual effects requiring extensive pre-production planning.
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