The Philadelphia Experiment
"Past and present collide"
An ultra secret government project tries to bring back the infamous World War II experiment meant to cloak ships and hide them from enemy eyes. The revival sets off a chain of dangerous ripples that pull a present day threat into the open, raising the stakes for everyone involved. As events... Read more
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About The Philadelphia Experiment
An ultra secret government project tries to bring back the infamous World War II experiment meant to cloak ships and hide them from enemy eyes. The revival sets off a chain of dangerous ripples that pull a present day threat into the open, raising the stakes for everyone involved. As events spiral, the line between science and danger becomes blurred, and ordinary people find themselves hunted by forces they barely understand. The story follows a determined survivor from the original test and a relative who teams up with him to halt the calamity before it reshapes history. The tension comes from a race against time and hidden agendas. It probes loyalty and consequences when curiosity overrules caution for those involved.
Directed by Paul Ziller, The Philadelphia Experiment reworks the WWII legend with new ideas from Andy Briggs and David Sanderson. The cast includes Ryan Robbins, Nicholas Lea, Malcolm McDowell, Emilie Ullerup and Michael Paré, giving the story a genre touch.
Audiences noted a mixed reception, reflected in a modest rating around 4.8 out of 10 from 149 votes. The movie leans into conspiracy vibes, time related peril, and family bonds as it confronts a past that refuses to stay buried. The pace favors suspense over spectacle. Its tone stays brisk.
Box office data is not publicly disclosed for this film, which largely circulated through direct to home video and television channels rather than a wide theatrical release, reflecting its niche appeal within science fiction thrillers for dedicated viewers of genre.
Awards and nominations: there are no major awards or nominations listed for this film in standard databases, and it did not receive high profile festival recognition. Some reviews mention the practical effects and performances, but none resulted in awards. The cast's work is praised by fans but leads to prizes.
Details
- Release Date
- July 27, 2012
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Rating
- PG-13
- User Ratings
- 149 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Adventure, Science Fiction, Thriller, Mystery
- Country
- Canada
- Studio
- Syfy +3 more
- External Links
- View on IMDB
Official Trailer
Cast
Ryan Robbins
Richard Falkner
Nicholas Lea
Bill Gardner
Malcolm McDowell
Morton Salinger
Emilie Ullerup
Molly Gardener
Michael Paré
Hagan
Lauro David Chartrand-DelValle
Driver
Gina Holden
Katheryn Moore
John Reardon
Carl Reed
Allison Hossack
Lena
Director: Paul Ziller
Written by: Andy Briggs, David Sanderson