Monday Morning Maybe

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On the Threshold of Space

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1956 | 98 min | Drama

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With almost no lasting buzz and soft box office, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 38 min.
What might put you off
Made in 1956: an older pace and style.

In the early stages of the space program, Capt. Jim Hollenbeck undergoes any experiment needed to ensure success in the new Air Force branch -- even though he's not required to be a subject in the tests. Always remaining a constant source of support, his wife, Pat, accepts his unwavering commitment to scientific progress. When Maj. Ward Thomas becomes the new head of the program, Hollenbeck must convince him of the necessity of taking the extra steps.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $1 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 6K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Robert D. Webb

  • Guy MadisonCapt. Jim Hollenbeck
  • Virginia LeithPat Lange
  • Dean JaggerDr. Hugo Thornton
  • John HodiakMaj. Ward Thomas
  • Martin MilnerLt. Mort Glenn
  • Warren StevensCapt. Mike Bentley
  • King CalderLee Welch
  • Walter CoyLt. Col. Dick Masters
  • Ken ClarkSgt. Ike Forbes