When government agent Steven Graves investigates political extremist James Wright, he uncovers a diabolical plot to blast lethal nerve gas into San Diego during the Republican Convention. What's worse, a computer hacker has provided Wright with a psychological profile to help him outwit Graves. As Wright ingeniously eludes Graves, can Graves find a way to stop him before the ultimate nightmare begins?
Direction
Crichton's clinical efficiency — 73 minutes, zero fat.
Acting
E.G. Marshall's chilling calm vs. Gazzara's sweaty desperation.
Director
Michael Crichton
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Crichton wrote and directed this in his med school era, between 'Andromeda Strain' and 'Westworld.'
This aired months after the Munich Olympics massacre — networks were suddenly VERY into terrorist narratives.
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