“Apollo 13” is a 1995 American space docudrama film directed by Ron Howard and starring Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon, Bill Paxton, Gary Sinise, and Ed Harris. The film is based on the true story of the ill-fated Apollo 13 lunar mission in 1970.

The movie follows the crew of Apollo 13, commanded by Jim Lovell (played by Tom Hanks), as they set out to land on the moon. However, an oxygen tank explodes, crippling the spacecraft and putting the crew’s lives in jeopardy. The film depicts the intense efforts of the astronauts and the ground control team at NASA to bring the crew safely back to Earth against all odds.

“Apollo 13” is praised for its accuracy in depicting the events of the mission, as well as its strong performances, particularly by Tom Hanks as Jim Lovell. It captures the tension and drama of the situation while also celebrating the ingenuity and teamwork that ultimately saved the lives of the astronauts. The film received critical acclaim and was nominated for nine Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor for Tom Hanks, and Best Supporting Actor for Ed Harris.

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