The Langoliers

The Langoliers (1995)

EndedScripted showHorror, Science-Fiction, Mystery

On a red eye flight to Boston from LA 10 people wake up to a shock. All the other passengers and crew have vanished but all sorts of personal possessions remain. When they try to contact the ground they make no connections. They land the plane only to discover that things haven't changed. But its like the world is dead.

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Scheduleevery Monday, Sunday (90 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Episode 2mai 15, 1995
S01E01Episode 1mai 14, 1995
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Langoliers' premiere?

'The Langoliers' premiered on May 14, 1995.

Who directed the TV show 'The Langoliers'?

Tom Holland directed 'The Langoliers'.

Who wrote the screenplay for 'The Langoliers'?

Stephen King wrote the screenplay for 'The Langoliers'.

What genre does 'The Langoliers' belong to?

'The Langoliers' belongs to the genre of horror and sci-fi.

What is the plot of 'The Langoliers'?

'The Langoliers' follows a group of passengers who find themselves trapped in an alternate dimension while on a red-eye flight.

Who are the main characters in 'The Langoliers'?

The main characters in 'The Langoliers' include Nick Hopewell, Brian Engle, Dinah Bellman, and Bob Jenkins.

Where was 'The Langoliers' filmed?

'The Langoliers' was filmed in Maine and Massachusetts.

How many episodes does 'The Langoliers' have?

'The Langoliers' is a TV miniseries and consists of two episodes.

What is the runtime of each episode of 'The Langoliers'?

Each episode of 'The Langoliers' has a runtime of approximately two hours.

Who composed the music for 'The Langoliers'?

Charles Bernstein composed the music for 'The Langoliers'.

Is 'The Langoliers' based on a book?

Yes, 'The Langoliers' is based on a novella written by Stephen King.

What is the novella 'The Langoliers' about?

'The Langoliers' novella is about a group of plane passengers who awake to find themselves in a deserted world, being pursued by mysterious creatures.

What are the critical reviews of 'The Langoliers'?

'The Langoliers' received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the suspenseful atmosphere while others criticized the special effects.

Did 'The Langoliers' win any awards?

'The Langoliers' did not win any major awards.

Was 'The Langoliers' popular among viewers?

'The Langoliers' garnered decent viewership numbers during its initial broadcast.

Is 'The Langoliers' available on DVD?

Yes, 'The Langoliers' is available on DVD for home viewing.

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Also known as

  • Stephen King's The Langoliers
  • Λανγκόλιερς (Greece)
  • Langolierek - Az idő fogságában (Hungary)

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