Panic
Bakterion
“PRAY it doesn't happen HERE”
Synopsis
A scientist's experiment with a deadly bacteria goes awry and leaves him horribly deformed. The monstrous man then runs amok in his town.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
4K UHD and Blu-ray Promo Trailer [Subtitled]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-02-01
Top Cast
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David Warbeck
Captain Kirk
Janet Ågren
Jane Blake
Roberto Ricci
Professor Adams
José Lifante
Sergeant O'Brien
Miguel Herrera
Doctor Vince
Eugenio Benito
Father Braun
Ovidio Taito
José María Labernié
Colonel Rutledge
Ilaria Maria Bianchi
Fabián Conde
Drunk
Vittorio Calò
Pilot
Franco Ressel
Mr. Milton
Goffredo Unger
Distraught Man Outside Cinema
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 30, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tonino Ricci
- Screenplay & Story
- Víctor Andrés Catena, Jaime Comas Gil
- Original Score
- Marcello Giombini
- Original Title
- Bakterion
- Country of Origin
- Italy, Spain
- Spoken Languages
- Italian
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Arco Films, European Film Distribuzione, Nuova Glassia Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tonino Ricci
Víctor Andrés Catena, Jaime Comas Gil
Marcello Giombini
Giovanni Bergamini
Marcello Romeo
Department Leadership Roster
Giovanni Bergamini
Director of Photography
Tonino Ricci
Director
Marcello Romeo
Producer
Víctor Andrés Catena
Writer
Jaime Comas Gil
Writer
Marcello Giombini
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Panic
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Panic about?
A scientist's experiment with a deadly bacteria goes awry and leaves him horribly deformed. The monstrous man then runs amok in his town.
Who directed Panic?
Panic was directed by Tonino Ricci.
Who stars in Panic?
The principal cast of Panic includes David Warbeck, Janet Ågren, Roberto Ricci, José Lifante, Miguel Herrera.
When was Panic released and how long is it?
Panic was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Panic?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Panic was composed by Marcello Giombini.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Panic?
Panic holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).