Avalanche Express
“The Fast Track For All-Star Adventure.”
Synopsis
CIA agent Harry Wargrave is sent to aid Gen. Marenkov, a senior Russian official, who is defecting to the west. Wargrave decides they should travel to safety on a train across Europe, the "Atlantic Express". During the journey, they must survive attacks by terrorists and an avalanche, all planned by Russian spy-catcher Nikolai Bunin.
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Avalanche Express (Original Theatrical Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-06-07
Top Cast
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Lee Marvin
Harry Wargrave
Robert Shaw
General Markenkov
Linda Evans
Else Lang
Maximilian Schell
Colonel Nikolai Bunin
Joe Namath
Leroy
Horst Buchholz
Scholten
Mike Connors
Haller
Claudio Cassinelli
Molinari
Kristina Nel
Helga Mann
David Hess
Geiger
Günter Meisner
Rudi Muehler
Sylva Langová
Olga
Cyril Shaps
Sedov
Vladek Sheybal
Zannbin
Arthur Brauss
Neckermann
Sky du Mont
Philip John
Richard Marner
Prachko
Arnold Drummond
Commissar
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 29, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mark Robson
- Screenplay & Story
- Abraham Polonsky
- Original Score
- Allyn Ferguson
- Original Title
- Avalanche Express
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Russian, English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Lorimar Motion Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Robson
Abraham Polonsky, Colin Forbes
Allyn Ferguson
Jack Cardiff, Federico Del Zoppo, Howard A. Anderson III
Garth Craven, Monte Hellman
Mark Robson
Department Leadership Roster
Allyn Ferguson
Original Music Composer
Jack Cardiff
Director of Photography
Garth Craven
Editor
Abraham Polonsky
Screenplay
Mark Robson
Director
Mark Robson
Producer
Monte Hellman
Editor
Mickey Sherrard
Costume Design
Fred Tuch
Production Design
Tom Lupo
Stunt Coordinator
Jack Cooper
Stunt Coordinator
Howard A. Anderson III
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Avalanche Express
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Avalanche Express about?
CIA agent Harry Wargrave is sent to aid Gen. Marenkov, a senior Russian official, who is defecting to the west. Wargrave decides they should travel to safety on a train across Europe, the "Atlantic Express". During the journey, they must survive attacks by terrorists and an avalanche, all planned by Russian spy-catcher Nikolai Bunin.
Who directed Avalanche Express?
Avalanche Express was directed by Mark Robson.
Who stars in Avalanche Express?
The principal cast of Avalanche Express includes Lee Marvin, Robert Shaw, Linda Evans, Maximilian Schell, Joe Namath.
When was Avalanche Express released and how long is it?
Avalanche Express was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Avalanche Express?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Avalanche Express was composed by Allyn Ferguson.
Is Avalanche Express based on a book or true story?
Avalanche Express is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Colin Forbes".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Avalanche Express?
Avalanche Express holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).