Proteus
“In the middle of the ocean, a new form of horror is taking shape.”
Synopsis
Group of heroin smugglers finds shelter on abandoned oil rig after their ship had exploded. Soon they find that the oil rig was just cover for biological experiment. One of the results is Charlie - shape-shifting monster with ability to absorb the memory of its victims. However, even such creatures have their own bad habits.
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Official Trailer: Proteus (1995)
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-08-29
Top Cast
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Craig Fairbrass
Alex
Toni Barry
Linda
William Marsh
Mark
Jennifer Calvert
Rachel
Ricco Ross
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Jordan Page
Dr. Carol Soames
Nigel Pegram
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Doug Bradley
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Duncan Jarman
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Margot Steinberg
Christine
Robert Firth
Paul
Release History & Theatrical Window
London Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
July 23, 1996
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$3M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bob Keen
- Screenplay & Story
- John Brosnan
- Original Score
- David A. Hughes, John Murphy
- Original Title
- Proteus
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Budget
- $3M
- Production Studios
- Metrodome Films, Wonderful Films PLC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bob Keen
John Brosnan
David A. Hughes, John Murphy
Adam Rodgers
Paul Brooks
Department Leadership Roster
John Brosnan
Writer
Bob Keen
Director
Paul Brooks
Producer
John Murphy
Original Music Composer
Adam Rodgers
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Proteus
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What is Proteus about?
Group of heroin smugglers finds shelter on abandoned oil rig after their ship had exploded. Soon they find that the oil rig was just cover for biological experiment. One of the results is Charlie - shape-shifting monster with ability to absorb the memory of its victims. However, even such creatures have their own bad habits.
Who directed Proteus?
Proteus was directed by Bob Keen.
Who stars in Proteus?
The principal cast of Proteus includes Craig Fairbrass, Toni Barry, William Marsh, Jennifer Calvert, Ricco Ross.
When was Proteus released and how long is it?
Proteus was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Proteus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Proteus was composed by David A. Hughes, John Murphy.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Proteus?
Proteus holds official age classifications: FR: 18 (Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).