Thirst
Synopsis
A chemical engineer, who recently moved to town, struggles to find a way to kill a deadly new variant of Cryptosporidium that has infiltrated the town's water supply, causing people who drink it to die of thirst.
Top Cast
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Adam Arkin
Bob Miller
Joely Fisher
Susan Miller
Giancarlo Esposito
Dr. Lawrence Carver
Ken Jenkins
Lou Wolford
Phyllis Lyons
Allison
Michael Cudlitz
Andy
Jimmy Galeota
Bobby Jr.
Casey Biggs
Mayor Harold Warren
Viola Kates Stimpson
Mrs. Bell
Robin Dearden
Dr. Kennedy
Nancy Bell
Mary Devane
Paul Linke
Governor
Jeanne Hartman
Mrs. carter
Karen Constantine
Ellen Morgan
Mary Ann Schmidt
Nurse
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 24, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bill L. Norton
- Screenplay & Story
- John Mandel, Paul A. Kaufman
- Original Score
- Daniel Licht
- Original Title
- Thirst
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- The Kaufman Company, Citadel Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bill L. Norton
John Mandel, Paul A. Kaufman
Daniel Licht
Paul Maibaum
Hibah Schweitzer
Anthony Santa Croce, Paul A. Kaufman
Department Leadership Roster
John Mandel
Writer
Bill L. Norton
Director
Paul Maibaum
Director of Photography
Daniel Licht
Original Music Composer
Daniel A. Lomino
Production Design
Cathryn Wagner
Costume Design
Anthony Santa Croce
Producer
Ernie F. Orsatti
Stunt Coordinator
Hibah Schweitzer
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Thirst.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Thirst
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Thirst about?
A chemical engineer, who recently moved to town, struggles to find a way to kill a deadly new variant of Cryptosporidium that has infiltrated the town's water supply, causing people who drink it to die of thirst.
Who directed Thirst?
Thirst was directed by Bill L. Norton.
Who stars in Thirst?
The principal cast of Thirst includes Adam Arkin, Joely Fisher, Giancarlo Esposito, Ken Jenkins, Phyllis Lyons.
When was Thirst released and how long is it?
Thirst was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Thirst?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Thirst was composed by Daniel Licht.