Cook & Peary: The Race to the Pole 1983
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Director
- Robert Day
- Network
- Halcyon Studios
- Where to Stream
- Cineverse
What is Cook & Peary: The Race to the Pole?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Cook & Peary: The Race to the Pole" (1983). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1983
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 13, 1983
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Studios
- Halcyon Studios
- Genres
- History, Adventure, Drama, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.0/10 from 1 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~100 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Halcyon Studios
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Cook & Peary: The Race to the Pole" (1983).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No invented/guessed titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, box-office, or plot points.
Constraint 3: Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
Constraint 4: No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Constraint 5: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Constraint 6: Word count must be between 150 and 190 words.
Title: Cook & Peary: The Race to the Pole
Year: 1983
Release Date (US): 12/13/1983
Genres: History, Adventure, Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 1h 40m
Cast: Rod Steiger (Robert E. Peary), Richard Chamberlain (Dr. Frederick A. Cook), Diane Venora.
Plot:
Recreation of the controversy concerning the "conquering" of the North Pole.
Robert E. Peary: US Navy commander, shameless self-promoter. Sets out through Arctic wastes in 1909 to discover the Pole.
Dr. Frederick A. Cook: Principal rival. Insists he reached the Pole
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of history and adventure that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Cook & Peary: The Race to the Pole worth watching?
Cook & Peary: The Race to the Pole holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 1 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging History, Adventure for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Cook & Peary: The Race to the Pole and when was it released?
Cook & Peary: The Race to the Pole is a feature film with a runtime of 100 minutes. It was released in 1983. Release status: Released.
Who directed Cook & Peary: The Race to the Pole?
Cook & Peary: The Race to the Pole was directed by Robert Day.
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