Contagion
“Every breath you take could be your last.”
Synopsis
Terrorists strike at the U.S. President with a deadly Level Four Ebola virus. To prevent a worldwide epidemic, the army is faced with destroying the hospital containing the victims of a small town and the president while doctors desperately search for a cure.
Top Cast
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Bruce Boxleitner
President Howard
Megan Gallagher
Dr. Diane Landis
Lin Shaye
Laura Crowley
Tom Wright
Tom Brenner
Dan Lauria
General Ryker
Matteo Crismani
Dusty
David Wells
Dell Maxwell
Jeffrey Combs
Brown
Tim Van Pelt
Dr. Morgan
Andrew Hawkes
Daniels
Tim Lounibos
Agent Fraley
Karl Johnson
Ferrin
Randy Lowell
Dr. Amos
Wiley M. Pickett
Garra
Kristin Herold
Althea
Jennifer Tung
Asian Mother
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 7, 2003
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Murlowski
- Screenplay & Story
- Russell V. Manzatt
- Original Score
- Tim Jones
- Original Title
- Contagion
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- PorchLight Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Murlowski
Russell V. Manzatt
Tim Jones
Steven Douglas Smith
Joy Zimmerman
Joseph Broido, William T. Baumann, Kenneth Burke, Michael Jacobs, Bruce D. Johnson
Department Leadership Roster
Russell V. Manzatt
Writer
Rick Walken
Production Design
Kenneth Burke
Producer
Steven Douglas Smith
Director of Photography
Joy Zimmerman
Editor
Kevin Ackerman
Costume Design
John Murlowski
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Contagion
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Contagion about?
Terrorists strike at the U.S. President with a deadly Level Four Ebola virus. To prevent a worldwide epidemic, the army is faced with destroying the hospital containing the victims of a small town and the president while doctors desperately search for a cure.
Who directed Contagion?
Contagion was directed by John Murlowski.
Who stars in Contagion?
The principal cast of Contagion includes Bruce Boxleitner, Megan Gallagher, Lin Shaye, Tom Wright, Dan Lauria.
When was Contagion released and how long is it?
Contagion was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Contagion?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Contagion was composed by Tim Jones.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Contagion?
Contagion holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).