The Gold Bug(1980)
The Gold Bug Synopsis
Shortly after the Civil War, while exploring the long deserted and reputedly haunted Sullivan's Island off Charleston S.C., a boy encounters two obsessed eccentrics living there. These men chase him away and warn him never to return or to tell anyone about them. Soon, however, they locate him and summon him back, because he has unknowingly given them a clue vital to their quest and they need his help to unravel the rest of the mystery. If he can do so, they will find buried pirate treasure and all become rich. But in joining the search, he falls under the same obsession and curse -- an ominous fate suggested by the unearthly electronic music which contributes to the film's atmosphere.
The Gold Bug (1980) is a adventure, drama, family, fantasy and tv movie film directed by Robert Fuest, released on February 2, 1980 with a runtime of 45m. It stars Roberts Blossom, Geoffrey Holder, Anthony Michael Hall and Robert Moberly. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 3 ratings.
- Director:
- Robert Fuest
- Writers:
- Edgar Allan Poe, Edward Pomerantz
- Cinematographer:
- Alex Thomson
- Composer:
- Charles Gross
- Production:
- Highgate Pictures
- Status:
- Released
The Gold Bug Cast & Crew
Main cast
Roberts Blossom
as Mr. LeGrand
Geoffrey Holder
as Jupiter
Anthony Michael Hall
as The Boy
- Robert Moberly
Robert Moberly
as Uncle
Sudie Bond
as Agnes
Anne Haney
as Jessica Bessop
Alix Elias
as Barmaid
Philip Bruns
as Tattoo
Key crew
Directed by Robert Fuest, written by Edgar Allan Poe and Edward Pomerantz.
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The Gold Bug Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.3/10 from 3 ratings.
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The Gold Bug – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Gold Bug online?
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Who stars in The Gold Bug?
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The main cast of The Gold Bug (1980) includes Roberts Blossom, Geoffrey Holder, Anthony Michael Hall, Robert Moberly and Sudie Bond. The film was directed by Robert Fuest. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Gold Bug released?
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The Gold Bug was released on February 2, 1980 and runs for 45m.
Is The Gold Bug worth watching?
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The Gold Bug (1980) holds an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 3 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy adventure, drama and family films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.