The Andromeda Strain (1971)
The Andromeda Strain is a 1971 science fiction movie directed by Robert Wise, with a running time of 2h 11m. It stars Arthur Hill, David Wayne and James Olson.
When virtually all of the residents of Piedmont, New Mexico, are found dead after the return to Earth of a space satellite, the head of the US Air Force's Project Scoop declares an emergency. A group of eminent scientists led by Dr. Jeremy Stone scramble to a secure laboratory and try to first isolate the life form while determining why two people from Piedmont - an old alcoholic and a six-month-old baby - survived. The scientists methodically study the alien life form unaware that it has already mutated and presents a far greater danger in the lab, which is equipped with a nuclear self-destruct device designed to prevent the escape of dangerous biological agents.
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What is The Andromeda Strain about?
When virtually all of the residents of Piedmont, New Mexico, are found dead after the return to Earth of a space satellite, the head of the US Air Force's Project Scoop declares an emergency. A group of eminent scientists led by Dr. Jeremy Stone scramble to a secure laboratory and try to first isolate the life form while determining why two people from Piedmont - an old alcoholic and a six-month-old baby - survived. The scientists methodically study the alien life form unaware that it has already mutated and presents a far greater danger in the lab, which is equipped with a nuclear self-destruct device designed to prevent the escape of dangerous biological agents.
When was The Andromeda Strain released?
The Andromeda Strain was released on 12 March 1971.
How long is The Andromeda Strain?
The Andromeda Strain runs 2h 11m.
Who made The Andromeda Strain?
The Andromeda Strain was directed by Robert Wise.
Where can I watch The Andromeda Strain?
The Andromeda Strain is available on TCM, YouTube TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home and Google Play Movies.
Where to watch The Andromeda Strain
Stream: TCM, YouTube TV
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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Cast
- Arthur Hill as Dr. Jeremy Stone
- David Wayne as Dr. Charles Dutton
- James Olson as Dr. Mark Hall
- Kate Reid as Dr. Ruth Leavitt
- Paula Kelly as Karen Anson
- George Mitchell as Jackson
- Ramon Bieri as Major Manchek
- Peter Hobbs as General Sparks
- Kermit Murdock as Dr. Robertson
- Richard O'Brien as Grimes
- Eric Christmas as Senator from Vermont
- Mark Jenkins as Lt. Shawn (Piedmont team)
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