The Andromeda Strain
Director: Robert Wise
"The picture runs 130 minutes... The story covers 96 of the most critical hours in man's history... The suspense will last through your lifetime!"
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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Cast
Arthur Hill
Dr. Jeremy Stone
David Wayne
Dr. Charles Dutton
James Olson
Dr. Mark Hall
Kate Reid
Dr. Ruth Leavitt
Paula Kelly
Karen Anson
George Mitchell
Jackson
Ramon Bieri
Major Manchek
Peter Hobbs
General Sparks
Kermit Murdock
Dr. Robertson
Richard O'Brien
Grimes
Eric Christmas
Senator from Vermont
Mark Jenkins
Lt. Shawn (Piedmont team)
In brief
The Andromeda Strain (1971) is a science fiction, thriller, drama film. With an average rating of 7.1/10 from 842 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 2h 11min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Andromeda Strain online?
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How long is The Andromeda Strain?
The Andromeda Strain runs 131 minutes (2h 11min).
What rating does The Andromeda Strain have?
The Andromeda Strain has an average rating of 7.1/10 based on 842 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Andromeda Strain from?
The Andromeda Strain was released in 1971.
