The Satan Bug
“The price for uncovering the secret of the satan bug comes high - YOUR LIFE!”
Synopsis
A US government germ warfare lab has had an accident. The first theory is that one of the germs has been released and killed several scientists. The big fear is that a more virulent strain, named The Satan Bug because all life can be killed off by it should it escape, may have been stolen.
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The Satan Bug ≣ 1965 ≣ Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-09-07
Top Cast
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George Maharis
Lee Barrett
Richard Basehart
Dr. Gregor Hoffman
Anne Francis
Ann Williams
Dana Andrews
Gen. Williams
John Larkin
Dr. Leonard Michaelson
Richard Bull
Eric Cavanaugh
Frank Sutton
Henchman Donald
Ed Asner
Henchman Veretti
Simon Oakland
Tasserly
John Anderson
Agent Reagan
John Clarke
Guard Lt. Raskin
Hari Rhodes
Guard Lt. Johnson
Martin Blaine
Martin
Henry Beckman
Dr. Baxter
Harry Lauter
Fake SDI Agent
James Hong
Dr. Yang
Russ Bender
Desk Guard Mason
Harold Gould
Dr. Ostrer (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 14, 1965
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Sturges
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Anhalt, James Clavell
- Original Score
- Jerry Goldsmith
- Original Title
- The Satan Bug
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Production Studios
- The Mirisch Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Sturges
Edward Anhalt, James Clavell, Alistair MacLean
Jerry Goldsmith
Robert Surtees
Ferris Webster
John Sturges
Department Leadership Roster
John Sturges
Director
Edward Anhalt
Screenplay
James Clavell
Screenplay
John Sturges
Producer
Jerry Goldsmith
Original Music Composer
Ferris Webster
Editor
Robert Surtees
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Satan Bug
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What is The Satan Bug about?
A US government germ warfare lab has had an accident. The first theory is that one of the germs has been released and killed several scientists. The big fear is that a more virulent strain, named The Satan Bug because all life can be killed off by it should it escape, may have been stolen.
Who directed The Satan Bug?
The Satan Bug was directed by John Sturges.
Who stars in The Satan Bug?
The principal cast of The Satan Bug includes George Maharis, Richard Basehart, Anne Francis, Dana Andrews, John Larkin.
When was The Satan Bug released and how long is it?
The Satan Bug was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.
Who composed the musical score for The Satan Bug?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Satan Bug was composed by Jerry Goldsmith.
Is The Satan Bug based on a book or true story?
The Satan Bug is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Alistair MacLean".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Satan Bug?
The Satan Bug holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).