Atlantis: The Lost Continent
"SIGHTS NEVER BEFORE SEEN - Adventure never before experienced!"
Originally released in 1961. Atlantis: The Lost Continent is a adventure/fantasy film. directed by George Pal.
Starring Sal Ponti, Joyce Taylor, and John Dall
Synopsis
A Greek Fisherman brings an Atlantean Princess back to her homeland which is the mythical city of Atlantis. He is enslaved for his trouble. The King is being manipulated by an evil sorcerer who is bent on using a natural resource of Atlantis to take over the world. The Atlanteans, or rather the slaves of Atlantis, are forced to mine a crystalline material which absorbs the suns rays. These crystals can then be used for warmth. The misuse of science has created weapons out of the crystals that can fire a heat ray to destroy whatever it touches.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 3, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (46 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sal Ponti
as Demetrios
Joyce Taylor
as Princess Antillia
John Dall
as Zaren
William Smith
as Captain of the Guard
Edward Platt
as Azor the High Priest
Frank De Kova
as Sonoy the Astrologer
Berry Kroeger
as Surgeon
Edgar Stehli
as King Kronas
Wolfe Barzell
as Petros, Demetrios' Father
Jay Novello
as Xandros the Greek Slave
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- George Pal Productions
- Galaxy Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Atlantis: The Lost Continent about?
A Greek Fisherman brings an Atlantean Princess back to her homeland which is the mythical city of Atlantis. He is enslaved for his trouble. The King is being manipulated by an evil sorcerer who is ...
Who directed Atlantis: The Lost Continent?
Atlantis: The Lost Continent was directed by George Pal.
How long is Atlantis: The Lost Continent?
Atlantis: The Lost Continent has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Atlantis: The Lost Continent released?
Atlantis: The Lost Continent was released on May 3, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Atlantis: The Lost Continent?
The main cast of Atlantis: The Lost Continent includes Sal Ponti, Joyce Taylor, John Dall, William Smith, Edward Platt.