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The Deadly Mantis (1957)

Movie ★ 4.9 79 min

Horror Science Fiction

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.

Nathan Juran Director

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Quick facts

Released
May 1, 1957
Runtime
79 min
IMDb
tt0050294
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Cast

Craig Stevens Craig Stevens Col. Joe Parkman William Hopper William Hopper Dr. Nedrick 'Ned' Jackson Alix Talton Alix Talton Marge Blaine Donald Randolph Donald Randolph Gen. Mark Ford Florenz Ames Prof. Anton Gunther Paul Smith Paul Smith Corporal Paul Campbell Paul Campbell Lt. Fred Pizar Pat Conway Pat Conway Sgt. Pete Allen Phil Harvey Phil Harvey Lou Helen Jay Mrs. Farley Bing Russell Bing Russell State Trooper David McMahon David McMahon Capt. Frank Carver Marvin Miller Marvin Miller Narrator (voice) Michael Forest Michael Forest Photographer (uncredited) Sumner Williams C-47 Pilot (uncredited)

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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.
Who stars in The Deadly Mantis?
The Deadly Mantis stars Craig Stevens, William Hopper, Alix Talton, Donald Randolph.
When was The Deadly Mantis released?
The Deadly Mantis is a 1957 horror, science fiction film.
Where can I watch The Deadly Mantis?
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