The Andromeda Strain(1971)
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Overview
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.
Director
Robert Wise
Studio
Robert Wise Productions
Budget
$7M
Revenue
$12M
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)
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1971
Runtime
2h 11m
Language
English
Rating
7 / 10
Budget
$7M
Box Office
$12M
Production Companies
Robert Wise Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Andromeda Strain?▼
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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.
Who directed The Andromeda Strain?▼
The Andromeda Strain was directed by Robert Wise and released in 1971. It is a science fiction, thriller, drama film.
How long is The Andromeda Strain?▼
The Andromeda Strain has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes (131 minutes total).
Who stars in The Andromeda Strain?▼
The cast of The Andromeda Strain includes 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 and more.
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