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The Swarm

The Swarm

Monsters by the millions - and they're all for real!

Scientist Dr. Bradford Crane and army general Thalius Slater join forces to fight an almost invisible enemy threatening America; killer bees that have deadly venom and attack without reason. Disaster movie-master Irwin Allen's film contains spectacular special effects, including a train crash caused by the eponymous swarm.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Swarm
  • Genres: Thriller, Science Fiction, Horror
  • Release Date: 1978-07-14
  • Runtime: 116 minutes
  • Rating: 4.9/10 (175 votes)
  • Budget: $21,000,000
  • Revenue: $7,700,000
  • Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 4.2158
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Michael Caine

Michael Caine

as Brad Crane

Katharine Ross

Katharine Ross

as Capt. Helena Anderson

Richard Widmark

Richard Widmark

as Gen. Thaddeus Slater

Richard Chamberlain

Richard Chamberlain

as Dr. Hubbard

Olivia de Havilland

Olivia de Havilland

as Maureen Schuester

Ben Johnson

Ben Johnson

as Felix

Lee Grant

Lee Grant

as Anne MacGregor

José Ferrer

José Ferrer

as Dr. Andrews

Patty Duke

Patty Duke

as Rita

Slim Pickens

Slim Pickens

as Jud Hawkins

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Original Theatrical Trailer

Swarm, The (1978)

External Links

Keywords

based on novel or bookinsectpanictexasanimal attacktrain crashsurvivaldisasterbeesurvival horrormilitarydisaster movieswarmskiller beeshelicopter crashanimal horrorbees

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Swarm?

The Swarm is a Thriller, Science Fiction, Horror movie directed by . It was released on 1978-07-14.

Who are the main actors in The Swarm?

The main cast includes Michael Caine, Katharine Ross, Richard Widmark, Richard Chamberlain, Olivia de Havilland, .

Where can I watch The Swarm online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Swarm is available.

Is The Swarm based on a true story?

Monsters by the millions - and they're all for real!

What is the IMDb rating of The Swarm?

The Swarm has an IMDb rating of 4.9/10 based on 175 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Swarm?

The movie had a production budget of $21,000,000 and earned $7,700,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Swarm?

The soundtrack was composed by Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Swarm filmed?

The Swarm was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Swarm?

The total runtime of The Swarm is 116 minutes.

Is The Swarm suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Swarm?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Swarm.

Does The Swarm have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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