North Sea Hijack
“When the next 12 hours could cost you 1,000 million pounds and 600 lives you need a man who lives second by second”
When terrorists take over two oil rigs, and threaten to blow them up if their demands are not met, an eccentric anti-terrorism expert volunteers his unique commando unit to stop them.
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About North Sea Hijack
North Sea Hijack is a 1980 English-language action film directed by Andrew V. McLaglen. The cast is led by Roger Moore, Anthony Perkins, James Mason. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.3/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
North Sea Hijack was produced by Universal Pictures and Cinema Seven Productions and made in Ireland and United Kingdom. It was released on February 18, 1980, and carries a PG certification. At the box office it grossed around $3 million worldwide.
- Director
- Andrew V. McLaglen
- Writers
- Jack Davies
- Release date
- February 18, 1980
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Ireland, United Kingdom
- Box office
- $3 million
- Production
- Universal Pictures, Cinema Seven Productions
North Sea Hijack cast & crew
North Sea Hijack was directed by Andrew V. McLaglen and written by Jack Davies.
The cast features Roger Moore as Rufus Excalibur ffolkes, Anthony Perkins as Lou Kramer, James Mason as Admiral Brindsen, David Hedison as Robert King, Michael Parks as Harold Shulman, and Jack Watson as Captain Olafson.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Michael J. Lewis, cinematography is by Tony Imi, and it was produced by Moses Rothman and Elliott Kastner.
Is North Sea Hijack worth watching?
North Sea Hijack holds an audience score of 6.3/10 from 115 ratings, a solidly received action films.
At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy action, North Sea Hijack is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of North Sea Hijack
Roger Moore
Rufus Excalibur ffolkes
Anthony Perkins
Lou Kramer
James Mason
Admiral Brindsen
David Hedison
Robert King
Michael Parks
Harold Shulman
Jack Watson
Captain Olafson
David Wood
Terry Herring
Jeremy Clyde
Lord Privy Seal Dennis Tipping
George Baker
Fletcher
Faith Brook
British Prime Minister
Lea Brodie
Sanna
Anthony Pullen Shaw
Robert F. Ackerman
North Sea Hijack — FAQs
▸Where can I watch North Sea Hijack in United States?
North Sea Hijack is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is North Sea Hijack in?
North Sea Hijack is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is North Sea Hijack?
North Sea Hijack runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).
▸What is North Sea Hijack rated?
North Sea Hijack is rated PG. It holds a 6.3/10 audience score from 115 ratings.
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