

Metamorphosis: The Alien Factor
1990-11-05 · 98 min · ★ 6.1
A virus from outer space transforms a bio-researcher into a blood thirsty monster. But chief, Dr.Vialini doesn't like the cops and public to be involved in this secret experiment. But he becomes lunch very soon.
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- Directors
- Glenn Takakjian
- Production companies
- Trimark Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
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- Released
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George GerardDr. Michael Foster
Allen Lewis RickmanDr. Elliot SteinTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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