The Deadly Mantis
"This Was the Day That Engulfed the World in Terror!"
Originally released in 1957. The Deadly Mantis is a horror/science fiction film. directed by Nathan Juran. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Craig Stevens, William Hopper, and Alix Talton
Synopsis
A giant prehistoric praying mantis, recently freed from the Arctic ice, voraciously preys on American military at the DEW Line and works its way south.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 1, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 19m
79 minutes total
User Rating
4.9/10
Mixed (76 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Craig Stevens
as Col. Joe Parkman
William Hopper
as Dr. Nedrick 'Ned' Jackson
Alix Talton
as Marge Blaine
Donald Randolph
as Gen. Mark Ford
Florenz Ames
as Prof. Anton Gunther
Paul Smith
as Corporal
Paul Campbell
as Lt. Fred Pizar
Pat Conway
as Sgt. Pete Allen
Phil Harvey
as Lou
Helen Jay
as Mrs. Farley
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal International Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Deadly Mantis about?
A giant prehistoric praying mantis, recently freed from the Arctic ice, voraciously preys on American military at the DEW Line and works its way south.
Who directed The Deadly Mantis?
The Deadly Mantis was directed by Nathan Juran.
How long is The Deadly Mantis?
The Deadly Mantis has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).
When was The Deadly Mantis released?
The Deadly Mantis was released on May 1, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Deadly Mantis?
The main cast of The Deadly Mantis includes Craig Stevens, William Hopper, Alix Talton, Donald Randolph, Florenz Ames.