Bear Island
A group of people converge on a barren Arctic island. They have their reasons for being there but when a series of mysterious accidents and murders take place, a whole lot of darker motives become apparent. Could the fortune in buried Nazi gold be the key to the mystery? Donald Sutherland and Vanessa Redgrave investigate
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Bear Island • 1979 • Theatrical Trailer
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Where can I watch Bear Island in the United States?
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What are the ratings for Bear Island?
Bear Island scores 6.1 on The Movie Database, 5.9 on IMDb, and 33% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in Bear Island?
Bear Island stars Donald Sutherland, Vanessa Redgrave, Richard Widmark, Christopher Lee, and Barbara Parkins. Don Sharp is the director.
How long is Bear Island?
Bear Island runs 1h 58m (118 minutes).
When did Bear Island come out?
Bear Island was released on December 5, 1979.
Which studio made Bear Island?
Bear Island was produced by Bear Island Films (U.K.) Limited, Canadian Film Development Corporation, and Selkirk Films in Canada and the United Kingdom.
What was the budget for Bear Island?
Bear Island was made on a budget of $12,200,000.
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