The Satan Bug is a movie directed by John Sturges in 1965 and based on the book of the same name by Alistair MacLean, first published in 1962. The movie features George Maharis, Richard Basehart, Anne Francis, Dana Andrews, John Larkin, Richard Bull, and others.
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Storyline
Lee Barrett, a private investigator and former intelligence agent discharged for his outspoken views, is approached by a man with a tempting offer to join a political organization opposing bioweapons. His refusal proves the correct response, as the man is an impersonator sent by his former boss, Eric Cavanaugh, to test his loyalty.
Movie vs Book
Year
1965
Minutes
114
Movie Rate
6.20
Source: IMDb
Year
1962
Pages
224
Book Rate
7.40
S: Goodreads
Book
The Satan Bug
Author: Alistair MacLean
Country: UK
First published in: 1962
Length: 224 pages
Genre: Fiction
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