Somewhere in Time 1980
“Someday in the past he will find her...”
What is Somewhere in Time?
Somewhere in Time is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Drama, Fantasy, Romance.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1980
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 103 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 2, 1980
- Studios
- Universal Pictures, Rastar Productions, Stephen Deutsch Productions
- Genres
- Drama, Fantasy, Romance
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Overview
Somewhere in Time is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Drama, Fantasy, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Universal Pictures, Rastar Productions, Stephen Deutsch Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A playwright uses self‑hypnosis to leap back in time and meet a vanished stage star.”
- Engaging romantic premise
- Atmospheric early‑20th‑century setting
- Blend of drama and fantasy
- Short runtime may leave some wanting more
Watch it if you enjoy wistful romances that blend fantasy with early‑20th‑century drama.
Its gentle romance and PG rating make it suitable for most audiences, though its nostalgic melancholy may appeal more to adult viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
What source material is the film based on?
It is adapted from Richard Matheson’s 1975 novel Bid Time Return, for which he also wrote the screenplay.
When was the film released?
It premiered in the United States on October 3, 1980.
What genres describe the film?
The film is classified as drama, fantasy, and romance.
What is the main character’s profession?
Richard Collier is a young writer and playwright.
What rating does the film have?
The film carries a PG rating.
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