The Chain Reaction
“One terrifying mistake and there was no return!”
Synopsis
Contaminated by a nuclear-plant spill, an Australian worker hides with a woman and tries to warn the public.
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The Chain Reaction (1980) Original Trailer [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-01-20
Top Cast
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Steve Bisley
Larry
Arna-Maria Winchester
Carmel
Ross Thompson
Heinrich
Hugh Keays-Byrne
Eagle
Ralph Cotterill
Gray
Richard Moir
Jr. Const. Pigott
Tim Burns
Survey driver
Lorna Lesley
Gloria
Patrick Ward
Oates
Laurie Moran
Police Sgt. McSweeney
Michael Long
Doctor
Bill McCluskey
Ralph
Margo Lloyd
Molly
Arthur Sherman
Byron Langley
Frankie J. Holden
Farts
Kim Gyngell
Crabs
Roger Ward
Moose
Mel Gibson
Bearded mechanic (uncredited)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ian Barry
- Screenplay & Story
- Ian Barry
- Original Score
- Andrew Thomas Wilson
- Original Title
- The Chain Reaction
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Palm Beach Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ian Barry
Ian Barry
Andrew Thomas Wilson
Russell Boyd
Tim Wellburn
David Elfick
Department Leadership Roster
Ian Barry
Director
Ian Barry
Writer
Russell Boyd
Director of Photography
Tim Wellburn
Editor
David Elfick
Producer
Max Aspin
Stunt Coordinator
Norma Moriceau
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Chain Reaction
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What is The Chain Reaction about?
Contaminated by a nuclear-plant spill, an Australian worker hides with a woman and tries to warn the public.
Who directed The Chain Reaction?
The Chain Reaction was directed by Ian Barry.
Who stars in The Chain Reaction?
The principal cast of The Chain Reaction includes Steve Bisley, Arna-Maria Winchester, Ross Thompson, Hugh Keays-Byrne, Ralph Cotterill.
When was The Chain Reaction released and how long is it?
The Chain Reaction was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Chain Reaction?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Chain Reaction was composed by Andrew Thomas Wilson.