Killers from Space
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Synopsis
Atomic scientist/pilot Doug Martin is missing after his plane crashes on an reconnaissance mission after a nuclear test. Miraculously appearing unhurt at the base later, he is given sodium amethol, but authorities are skeptical of his story that he was captured by aliens determined to conquer the Earth with giant monsters and insects. Martin vows to use existing technology to destroy them.
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Trailer - Killers From Space (1954)
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-11-15
Top Cast
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Peter Graves
Douglas Martin
Barbara Bestar
Ellen Martin
James Seay
Col Banks
Frank Gerstle
Dr. Curt Kruger
Shepard Menken
Maj. Clift
Steve Pendleton
FBI Agent Briggs
John Frederick
Denab / The Tala
Jack Daly
Powerhouse Control Room Worker
Burt Wenland
Sgt. Bandaro
Ruth Bennett
Miss Vincent
Ron Kennedy
M.P. Sgt Powers
Lester Dorr
Gas Station Attendant
Roy Engel
Police Dispatcher (bit)
Ben Welden
Tar Baby 2 Pilot (bit)
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 23, 1954
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 1986
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- W. Lee Wilder
- Screenplay & Story
- William Raynor
- Original Score
- Manuel Compinsky
- Original Title
- Killers from Space
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Production Studios
- Planet Filmplays
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
W. Lee Wilder
William Raynor, Myles Wilder
Manuel Compinsky
William H. Clothier
W. Lee Wilder
Department Leadership Roster
W. Lee Wilder
Director
W. Lee Wilder
Producer
William Raynor
Screenplay
William H. Clothier
Director of Photography
Manuel Compinsky
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Killers from Space
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What is Killers from Space about?
Atomic scientist/pilot Doug Martin is missing after his plane crashes on an reconnaissance mission after a nuclear test. Miraculously appearing unhurt at the base later, he is given sodium amethol, but authorities are skeptical of his story that he was captured by aliens determined to conquer the Earth with giant monsters and insects. Martin vows to use existing technology to destroy them.
Who directed Killers from Space?
Killers from Space was directed by W. Lee Wilder.
Who stars in Killers from Space?
The principal cast of Killers from Space includes Peter Graves, Barbara Bestar, James Seay, Frank Gerstle, Shepard Menken.
When was Killers from Space released and how long is it?
Killers from Space was released in 1954 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.
Who composed the musical score for Killers from Space?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Killers from Space was composed by Manuel Compinsky.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Killers from Space?
Killers from Space holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).