The Water Engine

Movie

The Water Engine

★ 5.8(5)19921h 28m

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Good to know

Director: Steven Schachter
Release date: 1992-08-24
Runtime: 1h 28m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Turner Pictures

About The Water Engine

The Water Engine is a 1992 movie in the Drama and TV Movie genres, directed by Steven Schachter, starring William H. Macy, Patti LuPone and Charles Durning. It has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.8/10 from 5 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Water Engine in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In the 1930s, Charles Lang invents an engine that runs using water for fuel. But when he tries to get it patented, he is first offered a ridiculously low amount. When he refuses, he is suddenly several people are pressuring him to sell. The big oil companies don't want the competition. Now he has to try and keep them from getting his idea, and somehow get it published.

Cast

William H. Macy

Charles Lang

Patti LuPone

Rita Lang

Charles Durning

Tour Guide

John Mahoney

Mason Gross

Joe Mantegna

Lawrence Oberman

Joanna Miles

Mrs. Varek

Mike Nussbaum

Mr. Wallace

Treat Williams

Dave Murray

J.J. Johnston

White Haired Man

David Mamet

Brown Haired Man

Andrea Marcovicci

Singer in Dance Hall

John Capodice

Kegan

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Water Engine in Mexico?+

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Is The Water Engine on Netflix?+

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How long is The Water Engine?+

The Water Engine has a runtime of 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

Who stars in The Water Engine?+

The Water Engine stars William H. Macy, Patti LuPone, Charles Durning, John Mahoney and Joe Mantegna.

When did The Water Engine come out?+

The Water Engine is a 1992 movie directed by Steven Schachter.

What genre is The Water Engine?+

The Water Engine is Drama and TV Movie film.

Who directed The Water Engine?+

The Water Engine was directed by Steven Schachter.