

The Six Million Dollar Man
Synopsis
Colonel Steve Austin, astronaut and test pilot, is badly injured when he crashes while testing an experimental aircraft. A covert government agency (OSI) is willing to pay for special prosthetics to replace the eye, arm and both legs he lost in the crash. Highly advanced technology (bionics) built into them will make him faster, stronger and more resilient than normal. In return they want him to become a covert agent for the OSI. It will cost $6,000,000 to rebuild Steve Austin.

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Top Cast
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Steve Austin
Barbara Anderson
Jean Manners
Martin Balsam
Dr. Rudy Wells
Darren McGavin
Oliver Spencer
Charles Robinson
Prisoner
Ivor Barry
Geraldton
Dorothy Green
Mrs. McKay
Anne Whitfield
Young Woman
George D. Wallace
General
Robert Cornthwaite
Dr. Ashburn
Olan Soule
Saltillo
Norma Storch
OSI Committee Member
Maurice Sherbanee
Nudaylah
John Mark Robinson
Aide
Claire Brennen
OSI Committee Member
Jim Drum
Doctor #1
David McNight
Doctor #2
Crane Jackson
Doctor #3
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1986
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Irving
- Screenplay & Story
- Terrence McDonnell, Martin Caidin, Tom Greene, Melvin Levy, Howard Rodman
- Original Score
- Gil Mellé
- Original Title
- The Six Million Dollar Man
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Universal Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Irving
Terrence McDonnell, Martin Caidin, Tom Greene, Melvin Levy, Howard Rodman
Gil Mellé
Emil Oster
Buddy Small, Richard M. Sprague, Jean Jacques Berthelot
Richard Irving
Department Leadership Roster
Terrence McDonnell
Writer
Buddy Small
Editor
Gil Mellé
Original Music Composer
Grady Hunt
Costume Design
Richard M. Sprague
Editor
Emil Oster
Director of Photography
Tom Greene
Writer
Jean Jacques Berthelot
Editor
Melvin Levy
Writer
Richard Irving
Producer
Richard Irving
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Six Million Dollar Man
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Six Million Dollar Man about?
Colonel Steve Austin, astronaut and test pilot, is badly injured when he crashes while testing an experimental aircraft. A covert government agency (OSI) is willing to pay for special prosthetics to replace the eye, arm and both legs he lost in the crash. Highly advanced technology (bionics) built into them will make him faster, stronger and more resilient than normal. In return they want him to become a covert agent for the OSI. It will cost $6,000,000 to rebuild Steve Austin.
Who directed The Six Million Dollar Man?
The Six Million Dollar Man was directed by Richard Irving.
Who stars in The Six Million Dollar Man?
The principal cast of The Six Million Dollar Man includes Lee Majors, Barbara Anderson, Martin Balsam, Darren McGavin, Charles Robinson.
When was The Six Million Dollar Man released and how long is it?
The Six Million Dollar Man was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Who composed the musical score for The Six Million Dollar Man?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Six Million Dollar Man was composed by Gil Mellé.
Is The Six Million Dollar Man based on a book or true story?
The Six Million Dollar Man is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Martin Caidin".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Six Million Dollar Man?
The Six Million Dollar Man holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).




















