Movie

Cocoon

“It is everything you've dreamed of. It is nothing you expect.”

★ 6.6(1,412)19851h 57m

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Good to know

Director: Ron Howard
Release date: 1985-06-21
Runtime: 1h 57m
Language: English
Box office: $85,300,000
Budget: $17,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: SLM Production Group
Part of: Cocoon Collection

Cocoon — trailer

About Cocoon

Cocoon is a 1985 movie in the Comedy, Science Fiction and Mystery genres, directed by Ron Howard, starring Steve Guttenberg, Tahnee Welch and Brian Dennehy. It has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 1,412 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Cocoon in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When a group of trespassing seniors swim in a pool containing alien cocoons, they find themselves energized with youthful vigor.

Cast

Steve Guttenberg

Jack Bonner

Tahnee Welch

Kitty

Brian Dennehy

Walter

Don Ameche

Arthur Selwyn

Wilford Brimley

Benjamin Luckett

Hume Cronyn

Joseph Finley

Maureen Stapleton

Mary Luckett

Jack Gilford

Bernie Lefkowitz

Jessica Tandy

Alma Finley

Clint Howard

John Dexter

Linda Harrison

Susan

Gwen Verdon

Bess McCarthy

Themes & keywords

floridaswimming poolalienmahjongboat troublecocoonsenior citizenretirement communitygiving away moneyretirement hometrespassdefibrillationelderlybenign aliengolden years

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Cocoon in United Kingdom?+

Cocoon is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Kingdom. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Cocoon on Netflix?+

Cocoon is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now.

How long is Cocoon?+

Cocoon has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).

Who stars in Cocoon?+

Cocoon stars Steve Guttenberg, Tahnee Welch, Brian Dennehy, Don Ameche and Wilford Brimley.

When did Cocoon come out?+

Cocoon is a 1985 movie directed by Ron Howard.

What genre is Cocoon?+

Cocoon is Comedy, Science Fiction, Mystery and Drama film.

Who directed Cocoon?+

Cocoon was directed by Ron Howard.