The Water Engine

The Water Engine

110 mins | Drama | Aug. 24, 1992

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.

The Water Engine

110 mins | Drama | Aug. 24, 1992

The Water Engine
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.
IMDb rating 6.6
Producers
Original title The Water Engine
Directors Steven Schachter
Writers David Mamet

Cast

William H. Macy

as Charles Lang

Patti LuPone

as Rita Lang

Charles Durning

as Tour Guide

John Mahoney

as Mason Gross

Joanna Miles

as Mrs. Varek

Joe Mantegna

as Lawrence Oberman

Treat Williams

as Dave Murray

Mike Nussbaum

as Mr. Wallace