The Flying Serpent
“Relic of an ancient terror born a billion years ago!”
Synopsis
A demented archaeologist discovers a living, breathing serpent creature known to the Aztecs as Quetzalcoatl and accidentally kills his wife by giving her one of the beast's feathers, causing the creature to track her down and slaughter her. Using this knowledge he exacts revenge upon his enemies by placing one of the feathers on his intended victim and letting the beast loose to wreak havoc.
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The Flying Serpent (1946) Theatrical Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-03-06
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George Zucco
Prof. Andrew Forbes
Hope Kramer
Mary Forbes
Ralph Lewis
Richard Thorpe
Eddie Acuff
Jerry 'Jonesy' Jones
Wheaton Chambers
Louis Havener
James Metcalf
Dr. Lambert
Henry Hall
Sheriff Bill Hayes
Milton Kibbee
Hastings (as Miltin Kibbee)
Budd Buster
Head of Inquest
Terry Frost
Vance Bennett
Richard Crane
Hanson, station XOR broadcaster
Al Kunde
Townsman (uncredited)
Ann Kunde
Townswoman (uncredited)
George Morrell
Townsman (uncredited)
Martin Strader
Townsman (uncredited)
Dorothy Vernon
Townswoman (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1946
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sam Newfield
- Screenplay & Story
- John T. Neville
- Original Score
- Leo Erdody
- Original Title
- The Flying Serpent
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- PRC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sam Newfield
John T. Neville
Leo Erdody
Jack Greenhalgh
Holbrook N. Todd
Sigmund Neufeld
Department Leadership Roster
Sam Newfield
Director
John T. Neville
Screenplay
Holbrook N. Todd
Editor
Jack Greenhalgh
Director of Photography
Sigmund Neufeld
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 Flying Serpent
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What is The Flying Serpent about?
A demented archaeologist discovers a living, breathing serpent creature known to the Aztecs as Quetzalcoatl and accidentally kills his wife by giving her one of the beast's feathers, causing the creature to track her down and slaughter her. Using this knowledge he exacts revenge upon his enemies by placing one of the feathers on his intended victim and letting the beast loose to wreak havoc.
Who directed The Flying Serpent?
The Flying Serpent was directed by Sam Newfield.
Who stars in The Flying Serpent?
The principal cast of The Flying Serpent includes George Zucco, Hope Kramer, Ralph Lewis, Eddie Acuff, Wheaton Chambers.
When was The Flying Serpent released and how long is it?
The Flying Serpent was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 59m.
Who composed the musical score for The Flying Serpent?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Flying Serpent was composed by Leo Erdody.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Flying Serpent?
The Flying Serpent holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).