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Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)

“From the Amazon's forbidden depths came the Creature from the Black Lagoon.”

6.8/10 · 884 votes 1h 19m g AdventureHorrorScience-fiction

#12 of 12 films from 1954 #760 of 1617 in adventure

Directed by Jack Arnold · Written by Harry Essex, Arthur A. Ross, Maurice Zimm

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Overview

When scientists exploring the Amazon River stumble on a “missing link” connecting humans and fish, they plan to capture it for later study. But the Creature has plans of his own, and has set his sights on the lead scientist's beautiful fiancée, Kay.

Cast

Richard Carlsonas Dr. David Reed
Julie Adamsas Kay Lawrence
Richard Denningas Dr. Mark Williams
Antonio Morenoas Dr. Carl Maia
Nestor Paivaas Captain Lucas
Whit Bissellas Dr. Edwin Thompson
Bernie Gozieras Zee
Henry A. Escalanteas Chico
Ricou Browningas The Gill Man In Water (uncredited)
Ben Chapmanas The Gill Man On Land (uncredited)
Art Gilmoreas Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
Perry Lopezas Tomas (uncredited)
Sydney Masonas Dr. Matos (uncredited)
Rodd Redwingas Luis (uncredited)

Facts

Release dateMarch 5, 1954
Runtime79 min (1h 19m) — shorter as the 1954 average of 113 min
GenresAdventure, Horror, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Box office$1,300,000
IMDbtt0046876

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Questions

How long is Creature from the Black Lagoon?
Creature from the Black Lagoon runs 79 minutes (1h 19m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Creature from the Black Lagoon worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 884 votes, which places it #12 of 12 films released in 1954 in this index (top 8%) and #760 among 1617 adventure titles.
Who directed Creature from the Black Lagoon?
Creature from the Black Lagoon was directed by Jack Arnold. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957).
Who stars in Creature from the Black Lagoon?
Richard Carlson as Dr. David Reed; Julie Adams as Kay Lawrence; Richard Denning as Dr. Mark Williams; Antonio Moreno as Dr. Carl Maia; Nestor Paiva as Captain Lucas; Whit Bissell as Dr. Edwin Thompson.
What is Creature from the Black Lagoon rated?
It carries a g certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Creature from the Black Lagoon?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/80023.

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