Captain EO(1986)
We are here to change the world!
Captain EO Synopsis
Captain EO and his crew journey to a dark, mechanical world to deliver a gift to the tyrannical Supreme Leader, using the power of music and dance to transform her realm from darkness into light.
Captain EO (1986) is a science fiction and music film directed by Francis Ford Coppola, released on September 12, 1986 with a runtime of 17m. It stars Michael Jackson, Anjelica Huston, Dick Shawn and Tony Cox. Viewers rate it 7.7 out of 10 across 53 ratings.
- Director:
- Francis Ford Coppola
- Writers:
- Rusty Lemorande, Francis Ford Coppola, George Lucas
- Producers:
- Francis Ford Coppola, Rusty Lemorande
- Composer:
- Michael Jackson
- Production:
- Lucasfilm Ltd., Kodak Motion Picture, Walt Disney Imagineering
- Budget:
- $23,700,000
- Status:
- Released
Captain EO (1986) Trailer
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Captain EO Videos & Clips
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Captain EO Modern Trailer
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Michael Jackson - We Are Here To Change The World (With Lyrics + HQ Sound)
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Captain EO Cast & Crew
Main cast
Michael Jackson
as Captain EO
Anjelica Huston
as Witch
Dick Shawn
as Commander Bog
Tony Cox
as Hooter
Debbie Lee Carrington
as Idee
Cindy Sorensen
as Geex
Gary DePew
as Major Domo
Key crew
Directed by Francis Ford Coppola, written by Rusty Lemorande, Francis Ford Coppola and George Lucas, produced by Francis Ford Coppola and Rusty Lemorande.
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Captain EO Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.7/10 from 53 ratings.
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Captain EO – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Captain EO online?
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Who stars in Captain EO?
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The main cast of Captain EO (1986) includes Michael Jackson, Anjelica Huston, Dick Shawn, Tony Cox and Debbie Lee Carrington. The film was directed by Francis Ford Coppola. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Captain EO released?
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Captain EO was released on September 12, 1986 and runs for 17m.
Is Captain EO worth watching?
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Captain EO (1986) holds an average rating of 7.7 out of 10 from 53 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy science fiction and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Captain EO?
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