The Passage
“An ice-swept escape route in front of them. A cold-blooded killer behind them. The only way out is up.”
Synopsis
During WW 2, a Basque shepherd is approached by the underground, who wants him to lead a scientist and his family across the Pyrenees. While being pursued by a sadistic German.
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The Passage ≣ 1979 ≣ Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-09-25
Top Cast
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Anthony Quinn
The Basque
James Mason
Professor Bergson
Malcolm McDowell
Capt. Von Berkow
Patricia Neal
Mrs. Bergson
Kay Lenz
Leah Bergson
Paul Clemens
Paul Bergson
Christopher Lee
Gypsy
Michael Lonsdale
Renoudot
Robert Rhys
Gypsy Son
Marcel Bozzuffi
Perea
Peter Arne
Guide
Neville Jason
Lt. Reinke
Robert Brown
Major
Rose Alba
Madame Alba
Jim Broadbent
German Soldier (uncredited)
Frederick Jaeger
German Major (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 9, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 11, 2021
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Lee Thompson
- Screenplay & Story
- Bruce Nicolaysen
- Original Score
- Michael J. Lewis
- Original Title
- The Passage
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Hemdale, Passage Films, Monday Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Lee Thompson
Bruce Nicolaysen
Michael J. Lewis
Michael Reed
Alan Strachan
Geoffrey Helman, Derek Dawson, Maurice Binder
Department Leadership Roster
Joe Powell
Stunt Coordinator
J. Lee Thompson
Director
Bruce Nicolaysen
Screenplay
Geoffrey Helman
Producer
Alan Strachan
Editor
Michael Reed
Director of Photography
Michael J. Lewis
Original Music Composer
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
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Passage
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Passage about?
During WW 2, a Basque shepherd is approached by the underground, who wants him to lead a scientist and his family across the Pyrenees. While being pursued by a sadistic German.
Who directed The Passage?
The Passage was directed by J. Lee Thompson.
Who stars in The Passage?
The principal cast of The Passage includes Anthony Quinn, James Mason, Malcolm McDowell, Patricia Neal, Kay Lenz.
When was The Passage released and how long is it?
The Passage was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for The Passage?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Passage was composed by Michael J. Lewis.
Is The Passage based on a book or true story?
The Passage is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Bruce Nicolaysen".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Passage?
The Passage holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).