The Plague Dogs
"Escape to a different world...and share the adventure of a lifetime."
Originally released in 1982. The Plague Dogs is a adventure/animation film. directed by Martin Rosen. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring John Hurt, Christopher Benjamin, and James Bolam
Synopsis
Two dogs, Rowf and Snitter, struggle to survive in the countryside after escaping from an animal research laboratory. They are pursued by search parties and then the military after rumors spread that they could be carrying the bubonic plague.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1982
43 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
7.9/10
Great (281 votes)
Budget
$1.2M
Production budget
Box Office
$423.3K
0.4x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
John Hurt
as Snitter (voice)
Christopher Benjamin
as Rowf (voice)
James Bolam
as The Tod (voice)
Nigel Hawthorne
as Dr. Boycott (voice)
Warren Mitchell
as Tyson / Wag (voice)
Judy Geeson
as Pekinese (voice)
Patrick Stewart
as Major (voice)
Brian Stirner
as Laboratory Assistant (voice)
Penelope Lee
as Lynn Driver (voice)
Geoffrey Matthews
as Farmer (voice)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,200,000
- Revenue
- $423,281
Production Companies
- Nepenthe Productions
- Goldcrest
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Plague Dogs about?
Two dogs, Rowf and Snitter, struggle to survive in the countryside after escaping from an animal research laboratory. They are pursued by search parties and then the military after rumors spread th...
Who directed The Plague Dogs?
The Plague Dogs was directed by Martin Rosen.
How long is The Plague Dogs?
The Plague Dogs has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Plague Dogs released?
The Plague Dogs was released on October 1, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Plague Dogs?
The main cast of The Plague Dogs includes John Hurt, Christopher Benjamin, James Bolam, Nigel Hawthorne, Warren Mitchell.
Is The Plague Dogs worth watching?
The Plague Dogs has a user rating of 7.9/10 based on 281 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.