A catastrophic celestial event sets the stage for this classic science fiction thriller, where humanity's last hope rests on an experimental spacecraft under construction. When an rogue star and planet threaten Earth's existence, a determined team of engineers and scientists race against time to perfect their vessel for escape. Featuring Richard Derr, Barbara Rush, and Peter Hansen, this 1951 film directed by Rudolph Maté captures the tension and ingenuity of mankind confronting extinction.