Travis: The True Story of Travis Walton

Travis: The True Story of Travis Walton

One man's survival after a terrifying journey.

Directed by Jennifer Stein

Produced by Onwinges Productions, Terrio Productions

201590 min7.4 / 10

A documentary account of a man's alleged alien abduction and its psychological aftermath, balancing personal testimony with the strangeness of an unexplained event.

One of the most significant UFO events in history -- Travis Walton's 1975 UFO experience comes alive in this 90-minute documentary. His trauma and transition after a mysterious beam of light strikes him unconscious.

Questions people ask

  • Is Travis: The True Story of Travis Walton scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.

  • Is Travis: The True Story of Travis Walton sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Is Travis: The True Story of Travis Walton violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.

  • Is Travis: The True Story of Travis Walton easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

  • Does Travis: The True Story of Travis Walton end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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There is almost nothing else like this.

Rarity91

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Surprise96

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Love85

How much audiences actually like it

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