The Swarm (1978)
The Swarm is a 1978 science fiction movie directed by Irwin Allen, with a running time of 1h 56m. It stars Michael Caine, Katharine Ross and Richard Widmark.
Scientist Dr. Bradford Crane and army general Thalius Slater join forces to fight an almost invisible enemy threatening America; killer bees that have deadly venom and attack without reason. Disaster movie-master Irwin Allen's film contains spectacular special effects, including a train crash caused by the eponymous swarm.
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What is The Swarm about?
Scientist Dr. Bradford Crane and army general Thalius Slater join forces to fight an almost invisible enemy threatening America; killer bees that have deadly venom and attack without reason. Disaster movie-master Irwin Allen's film contains spectacular special effects, including a train crash caused by the eponymous swarm.
When was The Swarm released?
The Swarm was released on 26 June 1978.
How long is The Swarm?
The Swarm runs 1h 56m.
Who made The Swarm?
The Swarm was directed by Irwin Allen.
Where can I watch The Swarm?
The Swarm is available on TCM, YouTube TV, Hoopla, Plex, YouTube and YouTube Free.
Where to watch The Swarm
Stream: TCM, YouTube TV
Watch free: Hoopla
Watch free with ads: Plex, YouTube, YouTube Free
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies
Cast
- Michael Caine as Brad Crane
- Katharine Ross as Capt. Helena Anderson
- Richard Widmark as Gen. Thaddeus Slater
- Richard Chamberlain as Dr. Hubbard
- Olivia de Havilland as Maureen Schuester
- Ben Johnson as Felix
- Lee Grant as Anne MacGregor
- José Ferrer as Dr. Andrews
- Patty Duke as Rita
- Slim Pickens as Jud Hawkins
- Bradford Dillman as Maj. Baker
- Fred MacMurray as Maj. Clarance Tuttle
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