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Frequently asked questions about this film.

What is Asteroids: Deadly Impact about?

Asteroids: Deadly Impact is a documentary. Geologist Eugene Shoemaker and his wife Carolyn have remapped the heavens, discovering over 30 comets and hundreds of asteroids. Their work is central to understanding the millions of asteroids and comets that travel through space each year, posing a threat to Earth. The documentary recounts the catastrophic cosmic collision 65 million years ago that contributed to the extinction of the dinosaurs. It raises urgent questions about planetary defense and the potential impact of an asteroid just a mile wide.

When was Asteroids: Deadly Impact released?

Asteroids: Deadly Impact was released in 1997.

How long is Asteroids: Deadly Impact?

Asteroids: Deadly Impact has a runtime of 60 minutes.

What genre is Asteroids: Deadly Impact?

Asteroids: Deadly Impact is classified as Science, History.

What topics does Asteroids: Deadly Impact cover?

Asteroids: Deadly Impact explores topics including defense, extinction-events.