The Crater Lake Monster
“A beast more frightening than your most terrifying nightmare!”
Synopsis
The heat of a meteor crashing into the lake incubates a prehistoric egg, which grows into a plesiosaur-like monster that terrifies the community.
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CRATER LAKE MONSTER - (1977 trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-09-26
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Richard Cardella
Sheriff Steve Hanson
Glen Roberts
Arnie Chabot
Mark Siegel
Mitch Kowalski
Bob Hyman
Richard 'Doc' Calkins
Richard Garrison
Dan Turner
Kacey Cobb
Susan Patterson
Michael F. Hoover
Ross Conway
Suzanne Lewis
Paula Conway
Marc Eliot
Jack Fuller
Garry Johnston
Blackmailer
Sonny Shepard
Robber
John Crowder
Mechanic
Susy Claycomb
Waitress
Hal Scharn
Birdwatcher
Mike Simmons
Store Clerk
Mary Winford
Lady Customer
Jim Goeppinger
Villager
Joe Sasway
Ferguson
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William R. Stromberg
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Cardella, William R. Stromberg
- Original Title
- The Crater Lake Monster
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Crown International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William R. Stromberg
Richard Cardella, William R. Stromberg, Armando Norte
Paul Gentry
Nancy Grossman, Steven Nielson
Department Leadership Roster
Nancy Grossman
Editor
Richard Cardella
Screenplay
William R. Stromberg
Director
Steven Nielson
Editor
Roger Heisman
Production Design
William R. Stromberg
Screenplay
Paul Gentry
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Crater Lake Monster
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Crater Lake Monster about?
The heat of a meteor crashing into the lake incubates a prehistoric egg, which grows into a plesiosaur-like monster that terrifies the community.
Who directed The Crater Lake Monster?
The Crater Lake Monster was directed by William R. Stromberg.
Who stars in The Crater Lake Monster?
The principal cast of The Crater Lake Monster includes Richard Cardella, Glen Roberts, Mark Siegel, Bob Hyman, Richard Garrison.
When was The Crater Lake Monster released and how long is it?
The Crater Lake Monster was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Crater Lake Monster?
The Crater Lake Monster holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).