The Andromeda Strain
3.5
(1.1K)
Science Fiction
Thriller
1971
131 min
G
When virtually all of the residents of Piedmont, New Mexico, are found dead after the return to Earth of a space satellite, the head of the US Air Force's Project Scoop declares an emergency. A group of eminent scientists led by Dr. Jeremy Stone scramble to a secure laboratory and try to first isolate the life form while determining why two people from Piedmont - an old alcoholic and a six-month-old baby - survived. The scientists methodically study the alien life form unaware that it has already mutated and presents a far greater danger in the lab, which is equipped with a nuclear self-destruct device designed to prevent the escape of dangerous biological agents.
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"It’s got the corniest “technology”, horrible sets, and some really bad acting, but unbelievably the storyline was really pretty decent. "
Gypsy Rose
"A classic! My dad made me watch this when I was younger. One of the first virus movies I saw"
Brittany Faubert
"Loved it! Keeps you on your Toes!!"
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Linda Sherrin
"one of the first scifi movies i ever saw, along w/ 2001 "
Carrie Doose
"This movie follows the plot of the book. A good movie to watch."
Troy Pennock
"I remember seeing Independence Day when I was twelve and getting such a rush of adrenaline from how intense and exciting it was. This film managed to make me feel the same way even though it's about a group of scientists looking through microscopes. One of the best sci-fi movies ever made."
Kyle Hamson
"The book was much, much better."
LinSpinner
"If you like Michael Critten, this movie follows the book very closely. A very believable concept. Ahead of its time."
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