Creature from the Black Lagoon
“From the Amazon's forbidden depths came the Creature from the Black Lagoon.”
Synopsis
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.
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Top Cast
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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)
Perry Lopez
Tomas (uncredited)
Sydney Mason
Dr. Matos (uncredited)
Rodd Redwing
Luis (uncredited)
James Miller
Old Man (uncredited)
Ben Chapman
The Gill Man On Land (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
New York City, NY
Festival / Special Debut
January 27, 2013
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 1987
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$650K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.3M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
2x
+$650K net gain
Theatrical Status
Profitable
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Arnold
- Screenplay & Story
- Harry Essex, Arthur A. Ross
- Original Score
- Hans J. Salter, Henry Mancini, Herman Stein
- Original Title
- Creature from the Black Lagoon
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Production Budget
- $650K
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.3M
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures, Universal International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Arnold
Harry Essex, Arthur A. Ross, William Alland, Maurice Zimm
Hans J. Salter, Henry Mancini, Herman Stein
William E. Snyder
Ted J. Kent
William Alland
Department Leadership Roster
William E. Snyder
Director of Photography
Jack Arnold
Director
William Alland
Producer
Hans J. Salter
Original Music Composer
Henry Mancini
Original Music Composer
Harry Essex
Screenplay
Herman Stein
Original Music Composer
Arthur A. Ross
Screenplay
Ted J. Kent
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Creature from the Black Lagoon
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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?
The principal cast of Creature from the Black Lagoon includes Richard Carlson, Julie Adams, Richard Denning, Antonio Moreno, Nestor Paiva.
When was Creature from the Black Lagoon released and how long is it?
Creature from the Black Lagoon was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.
What was the box office and production budget of Creature from the Black Lagoon?
Creature from the Black Lagoon had a reported production budget of $650K and grossed $1.3M at the worldwide box office (2 return on budget, classified as a commercial hit).
Who composed the musical score for Creature from the Black Lagoon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Creature from the Black Lagoon was composed by Hans J. Salter, Henry Mancini, Herman Stein.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Creature from the Black Lagoon?
Creature from the Black Lagoon holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).