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North Sea Hijack (1980)

When terrorists take over two oil rigs, and threaten to blow them up if their demands are not met, an eccentric anti-terrorism expert volunteers his unique commando unit to stop them.

Released Feb. 18, 1980 100 min 11+

Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller

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Production Companies: Universal Pictures, Cinema Seven Productions

Country: United Kingdom
Production Countries: United Kingdom, Ireland
Languages: English

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100 min
Feb. 18, 1980
Released
$2,993,772
PG / 11+