The Omega Man
After a pandemic wipes out most of humanity, one survivor struggles to hold out in a world turned hostile.
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After a pandemic wipes out most of humanity, one survivor struggles to hold out in a world turned hostile.
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- Where can I watch The Omega Man?
- In Australia: HBO Max, Prime Video (rent) and Prime Video (buy). In Canada: Prime Video (rent) and Prime Video (buy). In the US: Prime Video (rent) and Prime Video (buy). In the UK: Prime Video (rent) and Prime Video (buy). In New Zealand: Prime Video (rent) and Prime Video (buy).
- What is The Omega Man about?
- After a pandemic wipes out most of humanity, one survivor struggles to hold out in a world turned hostile.
- Who is in the cast of The Omega Man?
- The Omega Man stars Charlton Heston, Anthony Zerbe, Brian Tochi, Eric Laneuville and John Dierkes.
- Who directed The Omega Man?
- The Omega Man was directed by Boris Sagal.
- When did The Omega Man come out?
- The Omega Man was released on 1 January 1971.
- How long is The Omega Man?
- The Omega Man runs 98 minutes (1 h 38 min).
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