The Purple Monster Strikes
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Synopsis
A Martian invader crashes his spaceship conveniently close to the workshop of a scientist who is developing an interplanetary craft. If the extraterrestrial Purple Monster can complete the rocket ship and return to Mars, he will be able to start a full-scale invasion of Earth. Good thing Craig Foster sets out to thwart the Monster's mission!
Top Cast
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Roy Barcroft
The Purple Monster
Dennis Moore
Craig Foster
Linda Stirling
Sheila Layton
James Craven
Dr. Cyrus Layton
Bud Geary
Hodge Garrett
Mary Moore
Marcia
John Davidson
Emperor of Mars
Joe Whitehead
Carl Stewart
Emmett Vogan
Saunders
George M. Carleton
Dr. Paul Meredith
Kenne Duncan
Charles Mitchell
Rosemonde James
Helen
Monte Hale
Dr. Harvey
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 6, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$160K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Spencer Gordon Bennet, Fred C. Brannon
- Screenplay & Story
- Royal K. Cole, Albert DeMond, Basil Dickey, Lynn Perkins, Joseph F. Poland, Barney A. Sarecky
- Original Score
- Mort Glickman
- Original Title
- The Purple Monster Strikes
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 21m
- Production Budget
- $160K
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Spencer Gordon Bennet, Fred C. Brannon
Royal K. Cole, Albert DeMond, Basil Dickey, Lynn Perkins, Joseph F. Poland, Barney A. Sarecky
Mort Glickman
Bud Thackery
Cliff Bell Sr., Harold Minter
Ronald Davidson
Department Leadership Roster
Spencer Gordon Bennet
Director
Fred C. Brannon
Director
Royal K. Cole
Screenplay
Albert DeMond
Screenplay
Basil Dickey
Screenplay
Lynn Perkins
Screenplay
Joseph F. Poland
Screenplay
Barney A. Sarecky
Screenplay
Ronald Davidson
Producer
Cliff Bell Sr.
Editor
Harold Minter
Editor
Bud Thackery
Director of Photography
Mort Glickman
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Purple Monster Strikes
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Purple Monster Strikes about?
A Martian invader crashes his spaceship conveniently close to the workshop of a scientist who is developing an interplanetary craft. If the extraterrestrial Purple Monster can complete the rocket ship and return to Mars, he will be able to start a full-scale invasion of Earth. Good thing Craig Foster sets out to thwart the Monster's mission!
Who directed The Purple Monster Strikes?
The Purple Monster Strikes was directed by Spencer Gordon Bennet, Fred C. Brannon.
Who stars in The Purple Monster Strikes?
The principal cast of The Purple Monster Strikes includes Roy Barcroft, Dennis Moore, Linda Stirling, James Craven, Bud Geary.
When was The Purple Monster Strikes released and how long is it?
The Purple Monster Strikes was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 3h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for The Purple Monster Strikes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Purple Monster Strikes was composed by Mort Glickman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Purple Monster Strikes?
The Purple Monster Strikes holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).