Synopsis: In order to protect the reputation of the American space program, a team of scientists stages a phony Mars landing. Willingly participating in the deception are a trio of well-meaning astronauts, who become liabilities when their space capsule is reported lost on re-entry. Now, with the help of a crusading reporter, they must battle a sinister conspiracy that will stop at nothing to keep the truth.
Tagline: The mission was a sham. The murders were real.
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Released: 1977-12-10
Runtime: 123 minutes
Status: Released
Rating: 6.8