Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)
From the Amazon's forbidden depths came the Creature from the Black Lagoon
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.
Director: Jack Arnold
Genre: Adventure, Horror, Science Fiction
Runtime: 79 min
Release Date: March 5, 1954
Cast
- Richard Carlson - Dr. David Reed
- Julie Adams - Kay Lawrence
- Richard Denning - Dr. Mark Williams
- Antonio Moreno - Dr. Carl Maia
- Nestor Paiva - Captain Lucas
- Whit Bissell - Dr. Edwin Thompson
- Bernie Gozier - Zee
- Henry A. Escalante - Chico
- Ricou Browning - The Gill Man In Water (uncredited)
- Art Gilmore - Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
Screenplay
- Harry Essex (Screenplay)
- Arthur A. Ross (Screenplay)
- William Alland (Idea)
- Maurice Zimm (Story)
Cinematography: William E. Snyder
Editing: Ted J. Kent
Production: Universal Pictures, Universal International Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: English, Español
Box Office: $1M
Original Language: en
Themes
Monster Lurking in the Dark Woods, Creature and Monster Horror, Creature and Monster Horror, Ocean and Sea Adventures, Space Odyssey: Galactic Frontier
Keywords
ship, monster, chase, boat, paleontology, expedition, amazon rainforest, water monster, black and white, creature, scientist, sea monster, lagoon, fossil, spear gun
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Creature from the Black Lagoon about?
- 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.
- Who directed Creature from the Black Lagoon?
- Creature from the Black Lagoon was directed by Jack Arnold.
- Who stars in Creature from the Black Lagoon?
- Creature from the Black Lagoon stars Richard Carlson, Julie Adams, Richard Denning, Antonio Moreno, Nestor Paiva, Whit Bissell.
- How long is Creature from the Black Lagoon?
- Creature from the Black Lagoon has a runtime of 1h 19m (79 minutes).
- What genre is Creature from the Black Lagoon?
- Creature from the Black Lagoon is a Adventure, Horror, Science Fiction film.
- How much did Creature from the Black Lagoon gross?
- Creature from the Black Lagoon grossed $1M worldwide.
- Where was Creature from the Black Lagoon produced?
- Creature from the Black Lagoon was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Creature from the Black Lagoon?
- The themes of Creature from the Black Lagoon include: Monster Lurking in the Dark Woods, Creature and Monster Horror, Creature and Monster Horror, Ocean and Sea Adventures, Space Odyssey: Galactic Frontier.