The Alchemists (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film
Released in 1999, The Alchemists is a drama film directed by Peter Smith, running about 150 minutes. “They Would Kill For A Cure!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Grant Show (Melrose Place) stars in this fast-placed thriller based on the best-selling novel set in the chilling world of genetic engineering. Ruth Gemmel (Fever Pitch) joins Shaw as employees who put their lives on the line to discover a world in which all morality has been sacrificed. How can they prevent this powerful multi-national company from exploiting genetic research for monetary gain?
Who’s in it. The Alchemists stars Edward Hardwicke as Richard Bannerman, Ruth Gemmell as Julia Bannerman, Aneirin Hughes as Sam Wentworth and Grant Show as Connor Molloy, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Alchemists page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Alchemists tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Alchemists (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Alchemists change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Alchemists?
- The Alchemists stars Edward Hardwicke, Ruth Gemmell, Aneirin Hughes, Grant Show and Ken Drury.
- When was The Alchemists released?
- The Alchemists was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 150 minutes.