Gorgo
“Like nothing you've ever seen before!”
Synopsis
When an underwater volcanic eruption tears up the sea bed off the coast of Ireland, two treasure hunters make the discovery of a lifetime when they encounter a gigantic prehistoric monster that’s been unleashed from the earth’s crust. After capturing the beast, the pair transport the creature down to London where it’s given the name of “Gorgo” and put on display to an avid public. Little do they realize that Gorgo is just an infant, and that his exponentially larger mother is about to emerge from the depths to avenge the capture of her offspring.
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4K UHD Limited Edition Release Trailer + Extras TeaserOfficial
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Top Cast
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Bill Travers
Joe Ryan
William Sylvester
Sam Slade
Vincent Winter
Sean
Christopher Rhodes
McCartin
Joseph O'Conor
Prof. Hendricks
Bruce Seton
Prof. Flaherty
Martin Benson
Dorkin
Maurice Kaufmann
Radio Reporter
Basil Dignam
Admiral Brooks
Barry Keegan
Mate
Tommy Duggan
First Naval Officer
Howard Lang
First Colonel
Dervis Ward
Bosun
Mick Dillon
Gorgo
Nigel Green
Bulletin Announcer (Uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 29, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 28, 2005
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$650K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eugène Lourié
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert L. Richards, Daniel James
- Original Score
- Angelo Francesco Lavagnino
- Original Title
- Gorgo
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Irish
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Budget
- $650K
- Production Studios
- King Brothers Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eugène Lourié
Robert L. Richards, Daniel James
Angelo Francesco Lavagnino
Freddie Young
Eric Boyd-Perkins
Wilfred Eades, Herman King, Frank King, Maurice King
Department Leadership Roster
Eugène Lourié
Director
Robert L. Richards
Screenplay
Wilfred Eades
Producer
Daniel James
Screenplay
Herman King
Producer
Angelo Francesco Lavagnino
Original Music Composer
Eric Boyd-Perkins
Editor
Freddie Young
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gorgo
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What is Gorgo about?
When an underwater volcanic eruption tears up the sea bed off the coast of Ireland, two treasure hunters make the discovery of a lifetime when they encounter a gigantic prehistoric monster that’s been unleashed from the earth’s crust. After capturing the beast, the pair transport the creature down to London where it’s given the name of “Gorgo” and put on display to an avid public. Little do they realize that Gorgo is just an infant, and that his exponentially larger mother is about to emerge from the depths to avenge the capture of her offspring.
Who directed Gorgo?
Gorgo was directed by Eugène Lourié.
Who stars in Gorgo?
The principal cast of Gorgo includes Bill Travers, William Sylvester, Vincent Winter, Christopher Rhodes, Joseph O'Conor.
When was Gorgo released and how long is it?
Gorgo was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Gorgo?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Gorgo was composed by Angelo Francesco Lavagnino.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Gorgo?
Gorgo holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).