The Satan Bug
“The price for uncovering the secret of the satan bug comes high - YOUR LIFE!”
A US government germ warfare lab has had an accident. The first theory is that one of the germs has been released and killed several scientists. The big fear is that a more virulent strain, named The Satan Bug because all life can be killed off by it should it escape, may have been stolen.
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About The Satan Bug
The Satan Bug is a 1965 English-language science fiction, thriller and mystery film directed by John Sturges. The cast is led by George Maharis, Richard Basehart, Anne Francis. It has a runtime of 1h 54m. Viewers rate it 6.1/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel.
The Satan Bug was produced by The Mirisch Company and made in United States of America. It was released on March 26, 1965, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- John Sturges
- Writers
- James Clavell, Edward Anhalt
- Release date
- March 26, 1965
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- The Mirisch Company
The Satan Bug cast & crew
The Satan Bug was directed by John Sturges and written by James Clavell and Edward Anhalt.
The cast features George Maharis as Lee Barrett, Richard Basehart as Dr. Gregor Hoffman, Anne Francis as Ann Williams, Dana Andrews as Gen. Williams, John Larkin as Dr. Leonard Michaelson, and Richard Bull as Eric Cavanaugh.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jerry Goldsmith, cinematography is by Robert Surtees, and it was produced by John Sturges.
Is The Satan Bug worth watching?
The Satan Bug holds an audience score of 6.1/10 from 58 ratings, a solidly received science fiction films.
At 1h 54m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy science fiction, thriller, and mystery, The Satan Bug is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Satan Bug
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Cast of The Satan Bug
George Maharis
Lee Barrett
Richard Basehart
Dr. Gregor Hoffman
Anne Francis
Ann Williams
Dana Andrews
Gen. Williams
John Larkin
Dr. Leonard Michaelson
Richard Bull
Eric Cavanaugh
Frank Sutton
Henchman Donald
Ed Asner
Henchman Veretti
Simon Oakland
Tasserly
John Anderson
Agent Reagan
John Clarke
Guard Lt. Raskin
Hari Rhodes
Guard Lt. Johnson
The Satan Bug — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Satan Bug in United States?
The Satan Bug is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV in United States.
▸Is The Satan Bug on fuboTV?
Yes — The Satan Bug is currently available on fuboTV in United States.
▸What language is The Satan Bug in?
The Satan Bug is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Satan Bug?
The Satan Bug runs 1 hours 54 minutes (114 minutes).
▸What is The Satan Bug rated?
The Satan Bug is rated NR. It holds a 6.1/10 audience score from 58 ratings.
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