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The Andromeda Strain
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The Andromeda Strain

1971-03-12 · 131 min · ★ 7.0

Science Fiction · Thriller · Drama

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 scrambles to a secure laboratory and tries first to 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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Directors
Robert Wise
Production companies
Robert Wise Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 6,500,000
Revenue
USD 12,376,563

Top Cast

Arthur HillArthur HillDr. Jeremy Stone
David WayneDavid WayneDr. Charles Dutton
James OlsonJames OlsonDr. Mark Hall
Kate ReidKate ReidDr. Ruth Leavitt
Paula KellyPaula KellyKaren Anson
George MitchellGeorge MitchellJackson
Ramon BieriRamon BieriMajor Manchek
Peter HobbsPeter HobbsGeneral Sparks
Kermit MurdockDr. Robertson
Richard O'BrienRichard O'BrienGrimes
Eric ChristmasEric ChristmasSenator from Vermont
Mark JenkinsLt. Shawn (Piedmont team)
Peter HelmPeter HelmSgt. Crane (Piedmont team)
Joe Di RedaWildfire Computer Sgt. Burk
Carl ReindelCarl ReindelLt. Comroe
Ken SwoffordKen SwoffordToby (technician)
Frances ReidFrances ReidClara Dutton
Richard BullRichard BullAir Force Major
John CarterJohn CarterMP Capt. Morton
Glenn LanganGlenn LanganCabinet Secretary (uncredited)

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