Plague
“My God! Where did it come from?”
Synopsis
An outbreak of a bacteria called M-3 causes people to die in extreme pain via body spasms. A woman who is a carrier escapes from a hospital and goes on the run, spreading the plague to people she encounters, and onto food in fast food stops etc. She has no idea however that she is a carrier, and as such may carry a cure.
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Daniel Pilon
Dr. Bill Fuller
Kate Reid
Dr. Jessica Morgan
Céline Lomez
Margo Simar
Michael J. Reynolds
Dr. Dave McKay
Brenda Donohue
Dr. Celia Graham, Bill's Associate
Jonah Royston
Dr. Allen Saunders, Public Health Officer
Barbara Gordon
Joan Fuller
Jack Van Evera
Man with Margo
Trevor Rose
Roger
Renata Bosacki
Jill
Michael Donaghue
Guard #1
Joseph Golland
Dr. Liebowitz
Alan Haberfield
Epileptic
Linda Kemp
Woman in London Hospital
John Kerr
Escaping Guard
Catherine Marielle
Jill's Mother
Chris Lumiere
Escaping Guard
Howard Reynolds
Board Chairman
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 26, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ed Hunt
- Screenplay & Story
- Barry Pearson, Ed Hunt
- Original Score
- Eric Robertson
- Original Title
- Plague
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Harmony Ridge Holdings Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ed Hunt
Barry Pearson, Ed Hunt
Eric Robertson
Mark Irwin
Ron Wisman
Ed Hunt, Barry Pearson
Department Leadership Roster
Ed Hunt
Director
Ed Hunt
Producer
Barry Pearson
Producer
Mark Irwin
Director of Photography
Eric Robertson
Original Music Composer
Ron Wisman
Editor
Barry Pearson
Writer
Ed Hunt
Writer
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
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Plague
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Plague about?
An outbreak of a bacteria called M-3 causes people to die in extreme pain via body spasms. A woman who is a carrier escapes from a hospital and goes on the run, spreading the plague to people she encounters, and onto food in fast food stops etc. She has no idea however that she is a carrier, and as such may carry a cure.
Who directed Plague?
Plague was directed by Ed Hunt.
Who stars in Plague?
The principal cast of Plague includes Daniel Pilon, Kate Reid, Céline Lomez, Michael J. Reynolds, Brenda Donohue.
When was Plague released and how long is it?
Plague was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Plague?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Plague was composed by Eric Robertson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Plague?
Plague holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).