D-Day on Mars
Synopsis
This is a shortened version of the 1945 Republic serial "The Purple Monster Strikes," which was released to television in 1966.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1966
Wide Cinema Exhibition
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
- Milton Rosen, Marlin Skiles, Charles Maxwell
- Original Title
- D-Day on Mars
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- 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
Milton Rosen, Marlin Skiles, Charles Maxwell
Bud Thackery
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
Bud Thackery
Director of Photography
Milton Rosen
Original Music Composer
Marlin Skiles
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About D-Day on Mars
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is D-Day on Mars about?
This is a shortened version of the 1945 Republic serial "The Purple Monster Strikes," which was released to television in 1966.
Who directed D-Day on Mars?
D-Day on Mars was directed by Spencer Gordon Bennet, Fred C. Brannon.
Who stars in D-Day on Mars?
The principal cast of D-Day on Mars includes Roy Barcroft, James Craven, Dennis Moore, Linda Stirling, Bud Geary.
When was D-Day on Mars released and how long is it?
D-Day on Mars was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for D-Day on Mars?
The original motion picture soundtrack for D-Day on Mars was composed by Milton Rosen, Marlin Skiles, Charles Maxwell.