The Water Engine 31 years old

In the 1930s, Charles Lang invents an engine that runs using water for fuel. But when he tries to get it patented, he is first offered a ridiculously low amount. When he refuses, he is suddenly several people are pressuring him to sell. The big oil companies don't want the competition. Now he has to try and keep them from getting his idea, and somehow get it published.

Credits

The Water Engine Cast

Name Character
William H. Macy He was 42, now 74 years old as Charles Lang
Charles Durning He was 69, 89 years old when he died as Tour Guide
Treat Williams He was 40, now 72 years old as Dave Murray
John Mahoney He was 52, 77 years old when he died as Mason Gross
Patti LuPone She was 43, now 75 years old as Rita Lang
Joe Mantegna He was 44, now 76 years old as Lawrence Oberman
Mike Nussbaum He was 68, now 100 years old as Mr. Wallace
Joanna Miles She was 52, now 84 years old as Mrs. Varek

The Water Engine Crew

Name Department
Martin Hunter as Editor. He was 26 (now 58) years old Editing
Bryan England as Director of Photography. Camera
Steven Schachter as Director. He was 42 (now 74) years old Directing
David Mamet as Writer. He was 44 (now 76) years old Writing
The Water Engine poster
The Water Engine (31 years)

  • Release day: Monday, August 24, 1992
  • Runtime: 110 minutes