Flight to Mars
“The Most Fantastic Expedition Ever Conceived by Man!”
Synopsis
Four scientists and a newsman crash land on Mars and meet martians who act friendly.
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Type: Clip • Published 2026-03-08
Top Cast
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Arthur Franz
Dr. Jim Barker
Virginia Huston
Carol Stafford
Cameron Mitchell
Steve Abbott
John Litel
Dr. Lane
Richard Gaines
Prof. Jackson
Morris Ankrum
Ikron
Marguerite Chapman
Alita
Lucille Barkley
Terris
Robert Barrat
Tillamar
Edward Earle
Justin (uncredited)
William Forrest
General (uncredited)
David Bond
Ramay (uncredited)
Stanley Blystone
Councilman (uncredited)
Tristram Coffin
Commentator (uncredited)
Everett Glass
Montar (uncredited)
Trevor Bardette
Alzar (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 11, 1951
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lesley Selander
- Screenplay & Story
- Arthur Strawn
- Original Score
- Marlin Skiles
- Original Title
- Flight to Mars
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 12m
- Production Studios
- Monogram Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lesley Selander
Arthur Strawn
Marlin Skiles
Harry Neumann
Richard V. Heermance
Walter Mirisch
Department Leadership Roster
Lesley Selander
Director
Harry Neumann
Director of Photography
Arthur Strawn
Screenplay
Richard V. Heermance
Editor
Marlin Skiles
Original Music Composer
Walter Mirisch
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Flight to Mars
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Flight to Mars about?
Four scientists and a newsman crash land on Mars and meet martians who act friendly.
Who directed Flight to Mars?
Flight to Mars was directed by Lesley Selander.
Who stars in Flight to Mars?
The principal cast of Flight to Mars includes Arthur Franz, Virginia Huston, Cameron Mitchell, John Litel, Richard Gaines.
When was Flight to Mars released and how long is it?
Flight to Mars was released in 1951 with a total runtime of 1h 12m.
Who composed the musical score for Flight to Mars?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Flight to Mars was composed by Marlin Skiles.