What motley crew gathered to put together one of Jules Verne’s lesser known books and Irwin Allen who read all the books Jules Verne and H.G. Wells wrote and ripped their ideas. Five Weeks in a Balloon would drive anybody crazy in today’s world, the traffic can be horrendous at times but five weeks in a balloon. To my surprise my kids took to this movie like little bees to honey. Believe it or not, this obscure little flick is already 45 years old. If you want to spend 100 minutes of pure fun with the family without the unexpected sensor ears up. Then this movie is for you, it’s clean fun for all and full of adventure. It boasts a cast of Red Buttons, Fabian, Barbara Eden, and Peter Lorre. More family movies>>
Let your spirits soar with this lighter-than-air adaptation of Jules Verne’s classic tale. A ragtag crew of such unlikely associates as Fabian and Sir Cedric Hardwicke races across uncharted African territory in a unicorn-shaped balloon. Accompanied by Red Buttons as a playboy American reporter, the explorers are sidetracked, snared and drawn into battle with slaves, sneezing sultans, and sandstorms. Along the way, they meet up with a beautiful missionary (Barbara Eden). And an equally lovely slave girl (Barbara Luna) whom Fabian takes under his wing. With its excellent cast and breathtaking backdrops, Five Weeks In A Balloon is a buoyant blend of romance, adventure and laughter that adds up to grand family entertainment.
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