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3.9 / 10(19 votes)IMDbNR19501h 9mUnited States of America

The Flying Saucer

“Have we visitors from outer space?”

Synopsis

The CIA sends playboy Mike Trent to Alaska with agent Vee Langley, posing as his "nurse," to investigate flying saucer sightings. At first, installed in a hunting lodge, the two play in the wilderness. But then they sight a saucer. Investigating, our heroes clash with an inept gang of Soviet spies, also after the saucer secret.

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The Flying Saucer (1950) - Movie Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2009-10-15

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 4, 1950

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Mikel Conrad
Screenplay & Story
Howard Irving Young
Original Score
Darrell Calker
Original Title
The Flying Saucer
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 9m
Production Studios
Colonial Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Mikel Conrad

Screenplay & Story

Howard Irving Young, Mikel Conrad

Original Score & Music

Darrell Calker

Director of Photography

Philip Tannura

Film Editing

Robert O. Crandall

Producers

Mikel Conrad

Department Leadership Roster

Mikel Conrad

Mikel Conrad

Director

Mikel Conrad

Mikel Conrad

Producer

Robert O. Crandall

Editor

Philip Tannura

Director of Photography

Darrell Calker

Original Music Composer

Howard Irving Young

Screenplay

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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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 The Flying Saucer.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Flying Saucer

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

What is The Flying Saucer about?

The CIA sends playboy Mike Trent to Alaska with agent Vee Langley, posing as his "nurse," to investigate flying saucer sightings. At first, installed in a hunting lodge, the two play in the wilderness. But then they sight a saucer. Investigating, our heroes clash with an inept gang of Soviet spies, also after the saucer secret.

Who directed The Flying Saucer?

The Flying Saucer was directed by Mikel Conrad.

Who stars in The Flying Saucer?

The principal cast of The Flying Saucer includes Mikel Conrad, Pat Garrison, Hantz von Teuffen, Earle Lyon, Lester Sharpe.

When was The Flying Saucer released and how long is it?

The Flying Saucer was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.

Who composed the musical score for The Flying Saucer?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Flying Saucer was composed by Darrell Calker.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Flying Saucer?

The Flying Saucer holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).