The Swarm (1978)
Overview
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.
Where to watch The Swarm
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | YouTube, Hoopla, YouTube Free, Plex | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky, YouTube | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky, YouTube |
| Canada | Hoopla | Apple TV, YouTube, Amazon Video | Apple TV, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Australia | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube | Apple TV, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| Ireland | — | Apple TV, Sky | Apple TV, Sky |
| New Zealand | — | Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| France | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Filmin | — | — |
| Netherlands | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Sweden | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists The Swarm in 8 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is The Swarm about?
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. The Swarm is a Science Fiction, Horror movie, released on 1978-06-26, runtime 116 minutes.
Is The Swarm worth watching?
TMDB users rate The Swarm 5.0 out of 10 from 212 ratings. Reviews are mixed.
Where can I watch The Swarm?
In the United States, The Swarm is free to watch on YouTube, Hoopla and YouTube Free and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Irwin Allen
Cast
- Michael Caine as Brad Crane
- Katharine Ross as Helena
- Richard Widmark as General Slater
- Richard Chamberlain as Dr. Hubbard
- Olivia de Havilland as Maureen
- Ben Johnson as Felix
- Lee Grant as Anne MacGregor
- José Ferrer as Dr. Andrews
- Patty Duke as Rita
- Slim Pickens as Jud Hawkins
- Bradford Dillman as Major Baker
- Fred MacMurray as Clarence
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Sources
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