Creature from the Black Lagoon

Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)

03/12/1954 (GB)
Adventure, Horror, Science Fiction
1h 19m

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

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.

  • Jack ArnoldDirector
  • Harry EssexScreenplay
  • Arthur A. RossScreenplay
  • Status

    Released

  • Original Language

    English

  • Revenue

    $1,300,000

Keywords

  • ship
  • monster
  • chase
  • boat
  • paleontology
  • expedition
  • amazon rainforest
  • water monster
  • black and white
  • creature
  • scientist
  • sea monster
  • lagoon
  • fossil
  • spear gun

Top Billed Cast

Richard Carlson

Richard Carlson

Dr. David Reed

Julie Adams

Julie Adams

Kay Lawrence

Richard Denning

Richard Denning

Dr. Mark Williams

Antonio Moreno

Antonio Moreno

Dr. Carl Maia

Nestor Paiva

Nestor Paiva

Captain Lucas

Whit Bissell

Whit Bissell

Dr. Edwin Thompson

Bernie Gozier

Bernie Gozier

Zee

Henry A. Escalante

Chico

Ricou Browning

The Gill Man In Water (uncredited)

Ben Chapman

The Gill Man On Land (uncredited)

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