Where to watch The Astronaut (1972) in the UK
The Astronaut (1972) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 9 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
An elaborate deception emerges when an American astronaut is lost on a mission to Mars. Space agency officials fearful of losing public support and government funding decide to cover up the accident by employing an exact double for the lost astronaut. The ruse begins to unravel when the wife of the lost astronaut realizes she is living with a different man. Although angered by the deception, the woman has fallen in love with the replacement and plans to keep the secret. They both have a change of heart and decide to reveal the secret when they discover a new Mars mission is underway.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Astronaut.
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Jackie CooperKurt Anderson -
Monte MarkhamEddie Reese / Col. Brice Randolph -
Richard AndersonDr. Wylie -
Robert LansingJohn Phillips -
Susan ClarkGail Randolph -
John LuptonDon Masters -
Walter BrookeTom Everett -
James B. SikkingAstronaut Higgins
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