The Salamander

The Salamander (Film), released 1981 — adapted from The Salamander by Morris West.

An Italian policeman investigates a series of murders involving people in prominent positions. Left behind at each murder scene is a drawing of a salamander. The policeman begins to suspect these murders are linked to a plot to seize control of the government.

Starring Franco Nero, Anthony Quinn, Martin Balsam, Claudia Cardinale, Sybil Danning.

Directed by Peter Zinner.

The Salamander poster artwork

Adaptations