Creature from Black Lake
“Terror has reached new depths…”
Synopsis
When the word gets out of a mysterious Bigfoot-type creature, two researchers come to a small town to study and hopefully discover the true nature of the beast. With some help from the locals, the two men to learn that the creature may be a very angry and murderous missing link.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-12-13
Top Cast
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Jack Elam
Joe Canton
Dub Taylor
Grandpaw Bridges
Dennis Fimple
Pahoo
John David Carson
Rives
Bill Thurman
Sheriff Billy Carter
Jim McCullough Jr.
Orville Bridges
Roy Tatum
Fred / Creature
Cathryn Hartt
Eve - Waitress
Becky Smiser
Becky Carter
Michelle Willingham
Michelle
Evelyn Hindricks
Grandma Bridges
Roger Pancake
H.B.
Chase Tatum
Baby Orville
Bob Kyle
Rufus
Karen Brooks
Orville's Mother
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 1976
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joy N. Houck Jr.
- Screenplay & Story
- Jim McCullough Jr.
- Original Score
- Jaime Mendoza-Nava
- Original Title
- Creature from Black Lake
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Jim McCullough Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joy N. Houck Jr.
Jim McCullough Jr.
Jaime Mendoza-Nava
Dean Cundey
Robert Gordon
William Lewis Ryder, Jr., Jim McCullough Sr., Jim McCullough Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
Joy N. Houck Jr.
Director
Jim McCullough Sr.
Producer
Jim McCullough Jr.
Producer
Jaime Mendoza-Nava
Original Music Composer
Dean Cundey
Director of Photography
Jim McCullough Jr.
Writer
Robert Gordon
Editor
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 Creature from Black Lake
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What is Creature from Black Lake about?
When the word gets out of a mysterious Bigfoot-type creature, two researchers come to a small town to study and hopefully discover the true nature of the beast. With some help from the locals, the two men to learn that the creature may be a very angry and murderous missing link.
Who directed Creature from Black Lake?
Creature from Black Lake was directed by Joy N. Houck Jr..
Who stars in Creature from Black Lake?
The principal cast of Creature from Black Lake includes Jack Elam, Dub Taylor, Dennis Fimple, John David Carson, Bill Thurman.
When was Creature from Black Lake released and how long is it?
Creature from Black Lake was released in 1976 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Creature from Black Lake?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Creature from Black Lake was composed by Jaime Mendoza-Nava.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Creature from Black Lake?
Creature from Black Lake holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).