• Release CalendarDVD & Blu-ray ReleasesTop Rated MoviesMost Popular MoviesBrowse Movies by GenreTop Box OfficeShowtimes & TicketsShowtimes & TicketsIn TheatersComing SoonComing SoonMovie NewsIndia Movie Spotlight
      What's on TV & StreamingWhat's on TV & StreamingTop Rated ShowsMost Popular ShowsBrowse TV Shows by GenreTV NewsIndia TV Spotlight
      What to WatchLatest TrailersIMDb OriginalsIMDb PicksIMDb Podcasts
      OscarsBest Picture WinnersBest Picture WinnersGolden GlobesEmmysLGBTQ+ Pride MonthSTARmeter AwardsSan Diego Comic-ConNew York Comic-ConSundance Film FestivalToronto Int'l Film FestivalAwards CentralFestival CentralAll Events
      Born TodayMost Popular CelebsMost Popular CelebsCelebrity News
      Help CenterContributor ZonePolls
    For Industry Professionals
      AllTitlesTV EpisodesCelebsCompaniesKeywords
    • Advanced Search
    Watchlist
    Sign In
    Welcome to the new version of this page.
    Learn more
    Report an issue

    Prometheus

    • 20122012
    • 14A14A
    • 2h 4min
    IMDb RATING
    7.0/10
    576K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    397
    150
    • Cast & crew
    • User reviews
    • Trivia
    • IMDbPro
    Prometheus (2012)
    A team of explorers discover a clue to the origins of mankind on Earth, leading them on a journey to the darkest corners of the universe. There, they must fight a terrifying battle to save the future of the human race.
    Trailer3:16
    16 Videos
    99+ Photos
    AdventureMysterySci-Fi

    Following clues to the origin of mankind, a team finds a structure on a distant moon, but they soon realize they are not alone.
    Following clues to the origin of mankind, a team finds a structure on a distant moon, but they soon realize they are not alone.
    Following clues to the origin of mankind, a team finds a structure on a distant moon, but they soon realize they are not alone.
    Following clues to the origin of mankind, a team finds a structure on a distant moon, but they soon realize they are not alone.
    Following clues to the origin of mankind, a team finds a structure on a distant moon, but they soon realize they are not alone.

    • Director
      • Ridley Scott
    • Writers
      • Jon Spaihts
      • Damon Lindelof
      • Dan O'Bannon(based on elements created by)
    • Stars
      • Noomi Rapace
      • Logan Marshall-Green
      • Michael Fassbender
    Top credits
    • Director
      • Ridley Scott
    • Writers
      • Jon Spaihts
      • Damon Lindelof
      • Dan O'Bannon(based on elements created by)
    • Stars
      • Noomi Rapace
      • Logan Marshall-Green
      • Michael Fassbender
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 2.6KUser reviews
    • 549Critic reviews
    • 64Metascore
  • See production, box office & company info
    • Nominated for 1 Oscar
      • 6 wins & 47 nominations total

    Videos16

    International Version #2
    Trailer 3:16
    International Version #2
    Full Version
    Trailer 2:33
    Full Version
    International Version
    Trailer 2:47
    International Version
    U.K. Version
    Trailer 1:02
    U.K. Version
    No. 1
    Trailer 1:09
    No. 1
    No. 1
    Trailer 1:10
    No. 1
    Prometheus
    Trailer 2:32
    Prometheus
    Prometheus
    Trailer 1:38
    Prometheus
    WonderCon Footage
    Clip 1:12
    WonderCon Footage
    Noomi Rapace on Elizabeth Shaw
    Featurette 1:41
    Noomi Rapace on Elizabeth Shaw
    "Creations"
    Featurette 3:35
    "Creations"
    How 'Alien' Inspired Ridley Scott on "Raised by Wolves"
    Interview 3:19
    How 'Alien' Inspired Ridley Scott on "Raised by Wolves"

    Photos190

    Prometheus (2012)
    Michael Fassbender in Prometheus (2012)
    Prometheus (2012)
    Noomi Rapace in Prometheus (2012)
    Prometheus (2012)
    Prometheus (2012)
    Noomi Rapace, Michael Fassbender, and Logan Marshall-Green in Prometheus (2012)
    Ridley Scott and Noomi Rapace in Prometheus (2012)
    Prometheus (2012)
    Prometheus (2012)
    Kate Dickie, Noomi Rapace, and Michael Fassbender in Prometheus (2012)
    Charlize Theron and Idris Elba in Prometheus (2012)

    Top cast

    Edit
    Noomi Rapace
    Noomi Rapace
    • Elizabeth Shawas Elizabeth Shaw
    Logan Marshall-Green
    Logan Marshall-Green
    • Charlie Hollowayas Charlie Holloway
    Michael Fassbender
    Michael Fassbender
    • Davidas David
    Charlize Theron
    Charlize Theron
    • Meredith Vickersas Meredith Vickers
    Idris Elba
    Idris Elba
    • Janekas Janek
    Guy Pearce
    Guy Pearce
    • Peter Weylandas Peter Weyland
    Sean Harris
    Sean Harris
    • Fifieldas Fifield
    Rafe Spall
    Rafe Spall
    • Millburnas Millburn
    Emun Elliott
    Emun Elliott
    • Chanceas Chance
    Benedict Wong
    Benedict Wong
    • Ravelas Ravel
    Kate Dickie
    Kate Dickie
    • Fordas Ford
    Branwell Donaghey
    Branwell Donaghey
    • Mercenary 1as Mercenary 1
    Vladimir 'Furdo' Furdik
    Vladimir 'Furdo' Furdik
    • Mercenary 2as Mercenary 2
    • (as Vladimir Furdik)
    C.C. Smiff
    • Mercenary 3as Mercenary 3
    • (as CC Smiff)
    Shane Steyn
    • Mercenary 4as Mercenary 4
    Ian Whyte
    Ian Whyte
    • Last Engineeras Last Engineer
    John Lebar
    John Lebar
    • Ghost Engineeras Ghost Engineer
    Daniel James
    • Sacrifice Engineeras Sacrifice Engineer
    • Director
      • Ridley Scott
    • Writers
      • Jon Spaihts
      • Damon Lindelof
      • Dan O'Bannon(based on elements created by)
    • All cast & crew
    See production, box office, & company info

    Storyline

    Edit
    Following a faint trail of clues, the accomplished archaeologist, Doctor Elizabeth Shaw, and her partner, Charlie Holloway, along with a seventeen-man crew, embark on an ambitious, deep-space scientific expedition. Aboard the revolutionary space-exploration starship, USCSS Prometheus, the team sets foot on the rocky terrain of the desolate exomoon, LV-223, in 2093, to investigate the existence of the superior extraterrestrial species known as the "Engineers". But, there, inside a mysterious, complex structure of cavernous dark chambers and an intricate underground system of tunnels, more enigmas await. Now, a terrifying discovery threatens not only the outcome of the bold outer-space mission but also the very future of humankind. Is the world prepared for the answers to the fundamental questions of human existence? —Nick Riganas
    planetcryogenicscaveimpregnationprequel274 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • The search for our beginning could lead to our end
    • Genres
      • Adventure
      • Mystery
      • Sci-Fi
    • Certificate
      • 14A
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

    Edit
    • Trivia
      Composer Marc Streitenfeld had the orchestra play his compositions backwards, and then digitally reversed the compositions for the final film. This made the music sound unusual and unsettling, which he felt was right for the film.
    • Goofs
      A CO2 concentration of 3% in the atmosphere is still not a lethal amount for human beings. Only after 5% does it become toxic. However, Ford actually states that the CO2 levels are *over* 3%, suggesting that was the minimum amount the preliminary sensors had detected.
    • Quotes

      David: Big things have small beginnings.

    • Crazy credits
      There is a statement at the end of the closing credits: "Previous Footage Property of Weyland Corp. Building Better Worlds Since 10.11.12. weylandindustries.com/timeline"
    • Alternate versions
      The film's 70mm and Digital IMAX 3D release was presented open-matte, at an aspect ratio of 1.90:1, meaning more information was in the frame for the entire film.
    • Connections
      Edited into Sensible Cinema: Prometheus (2016)
    • Soundtracks
      Prelude for Piano No. 15 in D Flat Major, Op. 28 No. 15
      Written by Frédéric Chopin

    User reviews2.6K

    Review
    Top review
    Not what I was hoping for
    It's good to see that Ridley Scott still has the same vision for stylistic sets and atmospheric lighting.Lots of dripping water and eery shadows as one might expect from the old master. The special effects are impressive, the CGI is great, the technology is plausible for the turn of the next century. But - and I'm afraid it's a big but - the plot is disjointed, the characters two dimensional and the script is, well, not the best. Far too many things happen which simply make no sense at all, or just don't tally with "what we know already" about the Alien universe. Far too many plot mechanisms, bits of tech and even shots and scenes are borrowed from other films - Serenity, independence day, The Mummy, Indiana Jones and the Crystal Skull, Pitch Black, X- Files. I won't go into detail because I can't do that without using spoilers, but try it yourself. Watch the film and see how many ripped off bits you can spot. Spectacular, yes. A great film? No. sadly not.
    helpful•428
    246
    • wordclock
    • Jun 17, 2012

    FAQ28

    • What is "Prometheus" about?
    • Is "Prometheus" based on a book?
    • What does the title "Prometheus" mean?

    Details

    Edit
    • Release date
      • June 8, 2012 (Canada)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • United Kingdom
    • Official sites
      • Alien Universe
      • Official Facebook
    • Languages
      • English
      • Gaelic
    • Also known as
      • Alien 0
    • Filming locations
      • Dettifoss, Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland
    • Production companies
      • Twentieth Century Fox
      • Dune Entertainment
      • Scott Free Productions
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

    Edit
    • Budget
      • $130,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $126,477,084
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $51,050,101
      • Jun 10, 2012
    • Gross worldwide
      • $403,354,469
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

    Edit
    • Runtime
      • 2h 4min
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby
      • Datasat
      • Dolby Surround 7.1
      • Sonics-DDP
      • IMAX 6-Track
      • SDDS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

    Related news

    Freddie Stroma to Play DC Comics' Vigilante in TV's Suicide Squad Spinoff
    Freddie Stroma to Play DC Comics' Vigilante in TV's Suicide Squad Spinoff
    May 29TVLine.com
    Great! New free to air channels to lunch across the UK this May
    Great! New free to air channels to lunch across the UK this May
    May 17HeyUGuys.co.uk

    Contribute to this page

    Edit page
    • Getting started
    • Contributor Zone

    More to explore

    View list
    List
    IMDb's Summer Movie Preview
    See the full list
    Image caption not available
    3:42
    Here's What to Watch in June
    Watch the video

    Recently viewed

    You have no recently viewed pages
    Get the IMDb App
    • Get the IMDb App
    • Help
    • Site Index
    • IMDbPro
    • Box Office Mojo
    • IMDb Developer
    • Press Room
    • Advertising
    • Jobs
    • Conditions of Use
    • Privacy Policy
    • Interest-Based Ads

    © 1990-2021 by IMDb.com, Inc.