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4.3 / 10(3 votes)IMDbNR19621h 15mUnited States of America, Peru

Daughter of the Sun God

“Virgin Sacrifice! Ritualistic Love! Awesome Death! Strange Drama!”

Synopsis

This adventure chronicles the exploits of an author/explorer on a trip to Peru to hunt for the missing uncle of his pretty young companion. Her archaeologist uncle disappeared while searching for a lost Incan city that he found upon an ancient map. Together the writer and the girl launch an expedition to search for this legendary city. They are guided by another Yankee archaeologist. It is he who swiped the map from the woman's uncle. With their help, he hopes to find the city so he and his gang of thieves can loot it. Along the way they encounter many dangers including, snakes, crocodiles, jaguars, and quicksand. The writer and the niece get their first and warn the Incas living their. The Indians neatly dispatch the evil archaeologist and his band.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 1962

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Kenneth Hartford
Screenplay & Story
Kenneth Hartford, Ken Krippene
Original Title
Daughter of the Sun God
Country of Origin
United States of America, Peru
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 15m
Production Studios
Condor Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Kenneth Hartford

Screenplay & Story

Kenneth Hartford, Ken Krippene

Director of Photography

Eulogio Nishiyama

Department Leadership Roster

Kenneth Hartford

Writer

Kenneth Hartford

Director

Eulogio Nishiyama

Eulogio Nishiyama

Director of Photography

Ken Krippene

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Daughter of the Sun God.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Daughter of the Sun God

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Daughter of the Sun God about?

This adventure chronicles the exploits of an author/explorer on a trip to Peru to hunt for the missing uncle of his pretty young companion. Her archaeologist uncle disappeared while searching for a lost Incan city that he found upon an ancient map. Together the writer and the girl launch an expedition to search for this legendary city. They are guided by another Yankee archaeologist. It is he who swiped the map from the woman's uncle. With their help, he hopes to find the city so he and his gang of thieves can loot it. Along the way they encounter many dangers including, snakes, crocodiles, jaguars, and quicksand. The writer and the niece get their first and warn the Incas living their. The Indians neatly dispatch the evil archaeologist and his band.

Who directed Daughter of the Sun God?

Daughter of the Sun God was directed by Kenneth Hartford.

Who stars in Daughter of the Sun God?

The principal cast of Daughter of the Sun God includes William Holmes, Lisa Montell, Juanita Llosa, Harry Knapp, Al Bello.

When was Daughter of the Sun God released and how long is it?

Daughter of the Sun God was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Daughter of the Sun God?

Daughter of the Sun God holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).