Explorers poster
Science FictionAdventureFamily

Explorers

1985·109 min

Middle schooler Ben spends his free time watching sci-fi films, playing video games and reading comic books. Surprisingly, his affinity for all things fantastical yields a real result – when he has a vivid dream about technology, his prodigy best friend Wolfgang manages to create a working spacecraft. Joined by their buddy Darren, the boys take off into outer space and encounter some very odd extraterrestrial life.

Where to Watch

US

Trailer

Top Cast

Ethan Hawke

Ethan Hawke

Ben Crandall

River Phoenix

River Phoenix

Wolfgang Müller

Jason Presson

Jason Presson

Darren Woods

Amanda Peterson

Amanda Peterson

Lori Swenson

Bobby Fite

Bobby Fite

Steve Jackson

Dana Ivey

Dana Ivey

Mrs. Müller

James Cromwell

James Cromwell

Mr. Müller

Dick Miller

Dick Miller

Charlie Drake

Bradley Gregg

Bradley Gregg

Steve Jackson's Gang

G

Georg Olden

Steve Jackson's Gang

C

Chance Schwass

Steve Jackson's Gang

Meshach Taylor

Meshach Taylor

Gordon Miller

Similar Movies

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Explorers?
Explorers (1985) is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel and MGM Plus in US. Streaming catalogues change often, so confirm on the service before starting.
Is Explorers available to rent or buy?
You can rent Explorers from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's available to buy from Amazon DVD / Blu-ray, Barnes & Noble, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
When was Explorers released?
Explorers was released in 1985. It has a runtime of 109 minutes.
What kind of film is Explorers?
Explorers is a science fiction, adventure, family film. Middle schooler Ben spends his free time watching sci-fi films, playing video games and reading comic books. Surprisingly, his affinity for all things fantastical yields a real res…
Who stars in Explorers?
Explorers stars Ethan Hawke, River Phoenix, Jason Presson and Amanda Peterson.