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The Deadly Mantis

The Deadly Mantis

This Was the Day That Engulfed the World in Terror!

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Deadly Mantis
  • Genres: Horror, Science Fiction
  • Release Date: 1957-05-01
  • Runtime: 79 minutes
  • Rating: 4.9/10 (73 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Universal International Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.3794
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Craig Stevens

Craig Stevens

as Col. Joe Parkman

William Hopper

William Hopper

as Dr. Nedrick 'Ned' Jackson

Alix Talton

Alix Talton

as Marge Blaine

Donald Randolph

Donald Randolph

as Gen. Mark Ford

Florenz Ames

Florenz Ames

as Prof. Anton Gunther

Paul Smith

Paul Smith

as Corporal

Paul Campbell

Paul Campbell

as Lt. Fred Pizar

Pat Conway

Pat Conway

as Sgt. Pete Allen

Phil Harvey

Phil Harvey

as Lou

Helen Jay

Helen Jay

as Mrs. Farley

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Deadly Mantis ≣ 1957 ≣ Trailer

The Deadly Mantis trailer

External Links

Keywords

new york citymonsterinsectpaleontologygiant monsterpaleontologistarctic polar circle regiongiant insectprehistoric creatureman eating monstermantispraying mantis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Deadly Mantis?

The Deadly Mantis is a Horror, Science Fiction movie directed by . It was released on 1957-05-01.

Who are the main actors in The Deadly Mantis?

The main cast includes Craig Stevens, William Hopper, Alix Talton, Donald Randolph, Florenz Ames, .

Where can I watch The Deadly Mantis online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Deadly Mantis is available.

Is The Deadly Mantis based on a true story?

This Was the Day That Engulfed the World in Terror!

What is the IMDb rating of The Deadly Mantis?

The Deadly Mantis has an IMDb rating of 4.9/10 based on 73 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Deadly Mantis?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Deadly Mantis?

The soundtrack was composed by Universal International Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Deadly Mantis filmed?

The Deadly Mantis was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Deadly Mantis?

The total runtime of The Deadly Mantis is 79 minutes.

Is The Deadly Mantis suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Deadly Mantis?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Deadly Mantis.

Does The Deadly Mantis have a post-credit scene?

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