North Sea Hijack
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“When the next 12 hours could cost you 1,000 million pounds and 600 lives you need a man who lives second by second”
Synopsis
When terrorists take over two oil rigs, and threaten to blow them up if their demands are not met, an eccentric anti-terrorism expert volunteers his unique commando unit to stop them.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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North Sea Hijack (A.K.A. Ffolkes U.S.) 1980 - HD Converted Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-08-06
Top Cast
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Roger Moore
Rufus Excalibur ffolkes
Anthony Perkins
Lou Kramer
James Mason
Admiral Brindsen
David Hedison
Robert King
Michael Parks
Harold Shulman
Jack Watson
Captain Olafson
David Wood
Terry Herring
Jeremy Clyde
Lord Privy Seal Dennis Tipping
George Baker
Fletcher
Faith Brook
British Prime Minister
Lea Brodie
Sanna
Anthony Pullen Shaw
Robert F. Ackerman
John Westbrook
Dawnay
Jennifer Hilary
Sarah
John Lee
Captain Harry Phillips
Brook Williams
Helicopter Pilot
Tim Bentinck
Harris
Sean Arnold
Schmidt
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 17, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 30, 2003
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$3M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andrew V. McLaglen
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Davies
- Original Score
- Michael J. Lewis
- Original Title
- ffolkes
- Country of Origin
- Ireland, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Worldwide Gross
- $3M
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures, Cinema Seven Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew V. McLaglen
Jack Davies
Michael J. Lewis
Tony Imi
Alan Strachan
Elliott Kastner, Moses Rothman
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Davies
Writer
Andrew V. McLaglen
Director
Tony Imi
Director of Photography
Alan Strachan
Editor
Elliott Kastner
Producer
Michael J. Lewis
Original Music Composer
Maurice Carter
Production Design
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.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About North Sea Hijack
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is North Sea Hijack about?
When terrorists take over two oil rigs, and threaten to blow them up if their demands are not met, an eccentric anti-terrorism expert volunteers his unique commando unit to stop them.
Who directed North Sea Hijack?
North Sea Hijack was directed by Andrew V. McLaglen.
Who stars in North Sea Hijack?
The principal cast of North Sea Hijack includes Roger Moore, Anthony Perkins, James Mason, David Hedison, Michael Parks.
When was North Sea Hijack released and how long is it?
North Sea Hijack was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
How much did North Sea Hijack make at the box office?
North Sea Hijack grossed $3M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for North Sea Hijack?
The original motion picture soundtrack for North Sea Hijack was composed by Michael J. Lewis.
Is North Sea Hijack based on a book or true story?
North Sea Hijack is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jack Davies".
What is the age rating and content advisory for North Sea Hijack?
North Sea Hijack holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).