Anthrax (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 2001, Anthrax is a thriller, drama and science fiction film directed by Rick Stevenson, running about 89 minutes. “How do we protect ourselves” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When cattle mysteriously start dying of anthrax in a small Alberta ranching community, an RCMP officer tries to keep the peace as ranchers lay the blame on a local agricultural research center. A reporter encourages the angry ranchers - led by the Mountie's mother-in-law - to stage a sit-in at the research center. When an eccentric old rancher dies after being exposed to a deadly strain of anthrax, the protesters are quarantined. No one notices that the reporter has disappeared - along with several vials of the deadly bacteria. The RCMP officer begins his own investigation, gleaning information from a U.S. government agent. He finds himself racing against time to recover the stolen anthrax.
Who’s in it. Anthrax stars Cameron Daddo as Sgt. Craig Anderson, Ed Begley Jr. as Brent Krawford, Allison Hossack as Robin Anderson and Joanna Cassidy as Jackie Potter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Anthrax has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Anthrax page.
If you liked it. Fans of Anthrax tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Anthrax (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Anthrax change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Anthrax worth watching?
- Anthrax holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Anthrax?
- Anthrax stars Cameron Daddo, Ed Begley Jr., Allison Hossack, Joanna Cassidy and David Keith.
- When was Anthrax released?
- Anthrax was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.