Ariel Phenomenon(2022)
What happens when you experience something so extraordinary that nobody believes you?
Ariel Phenomenon Synopsis
Ariel Phenomenon explores an African extraterrestrial encounter witnessed by over sixty schoolchildren in 1994. As a Harvard professor, a BBC war reporter, and past students investigate, they struggle to answer the question: "What happens when you experience something so extraordinary that nobody believes you?"
Ariel Phenomenon (2022) is a documentary film directed by Randall Nickerson, released on May 20, 2022 with a runtime of 1h 30m. It stars John E. Mack, Natasha Chakaodza, Nashville Chakaodza and Francis Chirimuuta. Viewers rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 5 ratings.
- Director:
- Randall Nickerson
- Writers:
- Christopher Seward, Randall Nickerson
- Producers:
- Randall Nickerson
- Cinematographer:
- Randall Nickerson
- Composer:
- Nate Walcott
- Production:
- String Theory Films
- Status:
- Released
Ariel Phenomenon (2022) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Ariel Phenomenon before you stream it.
Ariel Phenomenon Cast & Crew
Main cast
John E. Mack
as Self - Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author (archive footage)
- Natasha Chakaodza
Natasha Chakaodza
as Self - Ariel School Student
- Nashville Chakaodza
Nashville Chakaodza
as Self - Ariel School Student
- Francis Chirimuuta
Francis Chirimuuta
as Self - Ariel School Student
- Nathaniel Coxall
Nathaniel Coxall
as Self - Ariel School Student
- Lisil Field
Lisil Field
as Self - Ariel School Student
- Emma Kristiansen
Emma Kristiansen
as Self - Ariel School Student
- Robert Medcalf
Robert Medcalf
as Self - Ariel School Student
- Luke Nel
Luke Nel
as Self - Ariel School Student
- Claire Rixom
Claire Rixom
as Self - Ariel School Student
- Takudzwa Shava
Takudzwa Shava
as Self - Ariel School Student
Salma Siddick
as Self - Ariel School Student
Key crew
Directed by Randall Nickerson, written by Christopher Seward and Randall Nickerson, produced by Randall Nickerson.
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Ariel Phenomenon Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.2/10 from 5 ratings.
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Ariel Phenomenon – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Ariel Phenomenon online?
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Ariel Phenomenon (2022) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Ariel Phenomenon?
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The main cast of Ariel Phenomenon (2022) includes John E. Mack, Natasha Chakaodza, Nashville Chakaodza, Francis Chirimuuta and Nathaniel Coxall. The film was directed by Randall Nickerson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Ariel Phenomenon released?
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Ariel Phenomenon was released on May 20, 2022 and runs for 1h 30m.
Is Ariel Phenomenon worth watching?
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Ariel Phenomenon (2022) holds an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from 5 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Ariel Phenomenon?
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