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Virus

  • TV Movie
  • 1995
  • TV-PG
  • 1h 32m
IMDb RATING
4.8/10
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Virus (1995)
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Who could have deliberately released a rare and deadly African plague that is now spreading uncontrollably throughout America's largest urban areas? A lone determined doctor desperately and ... Read allWho could have deliberately released a rare and deadly African plague that is now spreading uncontrollably throughout America's largest urban areas? A lone determined doctor desperately and fearlessly searches for the truth, but she soon finds herself targeted for death as well. ... Read allWho could have deliberately released a rare and deadly African plague that is now spreading uncontrollably throughout America's largest urban areas? A lone determined doctor desperately and fearlessly searches for the truth, but she soon finds herself targeted for death as well. With time running out to save human kind, Dr. Marissa Blumenthal discovers that the strang... Read all

  • Director
    • Armand Mastroianni
  • Writers
    • Robin Cook
    • Roger Young
  • Stars
    • Nicollette Sheridan
    • William Devane
    • Stephen Caffrey
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    4.8/10
    444
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Armand Mastroianni
    • Writers
      • Robin Cook
      • Roger Young
    • Stars
      • Nicollette Sheridan
      • William Devane
      • Stephen Caffrey
    • 8User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Nicollette Sheridan
    Nicollette Sheridan
    • Marissa Blumenthal
    William Devane
    William Devane
    • Dr. Harbuck
    Stephen Caffrey
    Stephen Caffrey
    • Tad
    Dakin Matthews
    Dakin Matthews
    • Dr. Dubcheck
    Kurt Fuller
    Kurt Fuller
    • Dr. Williams
    Barry Corbin
    Barry Corbin
    • Dr. Clayman
    William Atherton
    William Atherton
    • Dr. Reginald Holloway
    Joe Minjares
    • Dr. Newman
    Ritch Brinkley
    Ritch Brinkley
    • Restaurant Host
    Greg Blanchard
    • Man in Morgue
    Judith McConnell
    Judith McConnell
    • Ms. Hopper
    Brian Brophy
    • L.A. Reporter
    Jim McMullan
    Jim McMullan
    • Reporter #1
    Christopher Kriesa
    Christopher Kriesa
    • Cop
    Eric Fleeks
    Eric Fleeks
    • Doorman
    Leonard Lightfoot
    • Attendant
    • (as Leonard C. Lightfoot)
    Richard D. Arredondo
    • Cabbie
    Christopher Michael
    • Policeman
    • Director
      • Armand Mastroianni
    • Writers
      • Robin Cook
      • Roger Young
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    User reviews8

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    8jim-1225

    Some will find it well worth a look

    Maybe there's nothing special about this film. There is little originality in the plot and its treatment, good as they are, and if you wish to be hypercritical you can easily find a few flaws and implausibilities. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it, and am glad that the main character wasn't killed off at the end. Many seem to find ultimate tragedy obligatory to avoid predictability. The genre frequently has muscle-bound macho males (no names mentioned), sometimes toting improbable weapons, blasting everything in sight as they move mindlessly in and out of tight situations. This movie has a personable young female handling tight situations with little more than her extremely sharp wits, which I much prefer, and that's not due entirely to my own gender. There is a clear plot, which develops at a smart rate and holds the interest. There is also food for thought in this film, as there are real issues underlying the story, even though it is fictional.

    While not an expert in these matters, I thought the direction and photography were above average for a TVM. I was delighted to find DVDs available on the Amazon Marketplace at extremely keen prices, and have ordered a copy of the Odyssey version (Region 2, 2002). There is also a Fremantle version (Region 1, 2006). They are listed under the title 'Formula For Death' which was the title as shown on TV yesterday. I look forward to watching this again. Incidentally, searching for the DVD title 'Virus' leads to an entirely different story featuring Jamie Lee Curtis.
    10G-Funk

    Nothing alike

    Granted this movie bears a few resemblances to Outbreak, namely that they are both about viruses, but one, "Virus" is about Ebola, a REAL virus for which there is no cure, while "Outbreak" is about a fictional virus. Two, "Virus" is about a virus intentionally spread by humans, while "Outbreak" is about a virus spread by a monkey. THREE, "Virus" is based on a book titled "Outbreak", written by the great Robin Cook. Four,"Virus" is centered on the CDC, while "Outbreak" the virus is dealt with by USAMRIID(the military). Personally, I think "Virus" would have made a better movie on the big screen, as I enjoyed it more than the motion picture "Outbreak".
    5cacorbett

    Disaster Film with Faniliar Cast

    This Made for Television film features some familiar faces and a well used storyline.Glenn Ford, Robert Vaughn, George Kennedy and many others are featured in this tale of a plague that decimates mankind.Only a few stalwarts at a remote foreign station commanded by Kennedy have been immune.

    As folks back home continue to succumb to the virus,an effort is made by the research outpost to reach civilization and attempt to quell the spread of the fatal illness. Edward Jame Olmos and Bo Svenson have featured roles as members of the international research station.

    This film is not a great one, but it does raise interesting issues that face this modern age, It was enjoyable to watch the scenes with rivals Ford and Vaughn in the Oval Office. Enjoyable mostly for fans of the Disaster movie genre.
    vivianna

    Not a knock-off of Outbreak

    This movie was based on Robin Cook's Outbreak, but could not be named that because the motion picture Outbreak (starring Dustin Hoffman) was already out. This movie was a good depiction of Dr. Cook's novel, the basic plot of which is similar to that in many of his other books. You will enjoy it if you like medical drama.
    3bdewar1

    OK TVM from LIFETIME except for silly ending

    Nothing else to watch Saturday June 17, 2006; I'll try this one about a spreading virus; they are usually good. That is not a spoiler, after all, the title is "VIRUS."

    The screenplay was OK as it progressed until the last reel. Then ... and I will not give any spoiler at all; it just became sort of ... 'cartoon-a-rooney!

    This is the first bad review that I have given. The ending was so obvious and expected, as it rolled to the conclusion; I was telling my dog what was coming next, but I think he already had guessed.

    I wish LIFETIME would make movies in Hollywood, where the talent is. Oh well.

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    • Release date
      • May 8, 1995 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Robin Cook's Virus
    • Production company
      • Von Zerneck-Sertner Films
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 32 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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