The Swarm
1978, English. Directed by Irwin Allen.
Monsters by the millions - and they're all for real!
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Details
- Released
- 26 June 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Stirling Silliphant
- Budget
- $21M
- Box office
- $7.7M
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What The Swarm is based on
The Swarm is adapted from a novel.
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The Swarm: quick answers
Is The Swarm worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.0/10 from 212 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Swarm?
The Swarm runs 116 minutes (1h 56m).
Does The Swarm have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Swarm. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Swarm parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Swarm is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Swarm on?
The Swarm isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Swarm?
If you liked The Swarm, try Phase IV, The Blob, Them!.
Who directed The Swarm?
The Swarm (1978) was directed by Irwin Allen and stars Michael Caine, Katharine Ross, Richard Widmark.
What is The Swarm based on?
The Swarm is adapted from a novel.