Mortal Fear
Synopsis
Based on the provocative best-selling novel, a brilliant scientist finds the hidden link that can save countless lives, but when a crazed killer uses the same information to play God, millions are at risk. Dr. Jennifer Kessler is the one person who stands in the way of ultimate medical disaster. After witnessing one, then dozens of patients at her hospital mysteriously and unexpectedly die, her search for the truth leads her through a bizarre world of intrigue, passion and controversial secret medical research. As Dr. Kessler races against the clock to find a way to stop catastrophe, she finds herself up against an imposing and terrifying conspiracy implicating the entire U.S. insurance and medical system in the process.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Larry Shaw
- Screenplay & Story
- Robin Cook, Rob Gilmer, Roger Young, Barbara Black
- Original Score
- Garry Schyman
- Original Title
- Mortal Fear
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Larry Shaw
Robin Cook, Rob Gilmer, Roger Young, Barbara Black
Garry Schyman
William Wages
Russell Denove
Robert M. Sertner, Randy Sutter, Frank von Zerneck
Department Leadership Roster
Randy Sutter
Producer
Garry Schyman
Original Music Composer
Larry Shaw
Director
William Wages
Director of Photography
Russell Denove
Editor
Seven L. Nielsen
Production Design
Judith Brewer Curtis
Costume Design
Fenton Quinn
Stunt Coordinator
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mortal Fear
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What is Mortal Fear about?
Based on the provocative best-selling novel, a brilliant scientist finds the hidden link that can save countless lives, but when a crazed killer uses the same information to play God, millions are at risk. Dr. Jennifer Kessler is the one person who stands in the way of ultimate medical disaster. After witnessing one, then dozens of patients at her hospital mysteriously and unexpectedly die, her search for the truth leads her through a bizarre world of intrigue, passion and controversial secret medical research. As Dr. Kessler races against the clock to find a way to stop catastrophe, she finds herself up against an imposing and terrifying conspiracy implicating the entire U.S. insurance and medical system in the process.
Who directed Mortal Fear?
Mortal Fear was directed by Larry Shaw.
Who stars in Mortal Fear?
The principal cast of Mortal Fear includes Joanna Kerns, Gregory Harrison, Max Gail, Tobin Bell, Robert Englund.
When was Mortal Fear released and how long is it?
Mortal Fear was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for Mortal Fear?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mortal Fear was composed by Garry Schyman.
Is Mortal Fear based on a book or true story?
Mortal Fear is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Robin Cook".