Sudden Death
“Devil-Driven Death Machines!!!”
Synopsis
When Ed Neilson's entire family is viciously murdered, he pleads with retired CIA operative Duke Smith (Robert Conrad) to investigate. He refuses, but relents after Neilson too meets an explosive death. Deception, international intrigue and a ruthless "syndicate of businessmen" intent on raping a South Pacific Islands nation of its resources keep the pace fast.
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Top Cast
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Robert Conrad
Duke Smith
Felton Perry
Wyatt Spain
Don Stroud
Dominic Dilgado
John Ashley
John Shaw
Nancy Conrad
Melissa Smith
Thayer David
Hauser
Aline Samson
Maya
Larry Manetti
Dan
Jenny Green
Jenny
Angelo Ventura
'Buffalo' Tinker
Connie Mason
Eddie Garcia
Raoul Hidalgo
Joanna Ignatius
Vic Diaz
Carnival barker
Ron Vawter
Businessman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eddie Romero
- Screenplay & Story
- Oscar Williams
- Original Title
- Sudden Death
- Country of Origin
- Philippines, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Caruth C. Byrd Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eddie Romero
Oscar Williams
Justo Paulino
Monte Hellman
Department Leadership Roster
Eddie Romero
Director
Oscar Williams
Screenplay
Justo Paulino
Director of Photography
Monte Hellman
Editor
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
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sudden Death
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What is Sudden Death about?
When Ed Neilson's entire family is viciously murdered, he pleads with retired CIA operative Duke Smith (Robert Conrad) to investigate. He refuses, but relents after Neilson too meets an explosive death. Deception, international intrigue and a ruthless "syndicate of businessmen" intent on raping a South Pacific Islands nation of its resources keep the pace fast.
Who directed Sudden Death?
Sudden Death was directed by Eddie Romero.
Who stars in Sudden Death?
The principal cast of Sudden Death includes Robert Conrad, Felton Perry, Don Stroud, John Ashley, Nancy Conrad.
When was Sudden Death released and how long is it?
Sudden Death was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sudden Death?
Sudden Death holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).