The Black Scorpion
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Synopsis
Volcanic activity frees giant scorpions from the earth who wreak havoc in the rural countryside and eventually threaten Mexico City.
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The Black Scorpion (1957) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-05-18
Top Cast
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Richard Denning
Hank Scott
Mara Corday
Teresa Alvarez
Carlos Rivas
Artur Ramos
Mario Navarro
Juanito
Carlos Múzquiz
Dr. Velazco
Pascual García Peña
José de la Cruz
Fanny Schiller
Florentina
Arturo Martínez
Major Cosio
Pedro Galván
Father Delgado
José Chávez
Train conductor (uncredited)
Manuel Sánchez Navarro
Victor Steven (uncredited)
Roberto Contreras
Chumacho (uncredited)
Quintín Bulnes
Lineman killed on pole (uncredited)
Isabel Vázquez
Villager (uncredited)
Leonor Gómez
Villager (uncredited)
Bob Johnson
Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 11, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Ludwig
- Screenplay & Story
- David Duncan, Robert Blees
- Original Score
- Paul Sawtell
- Original Title
- The Black Scorpion
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Mexico
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Amex Productions, Frank Melford-Jack Dietz Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Ludwig
David Duncan, Robert Blees, Paul Yawitz
Paul Sawtell
Lionel Lindon
Jack Dietz, Frank Melford
Department Leadership Roster
David Duncan
Screenplay
Robert Blees
Screenplay
Edward Ludwig
Director
Lionel Lindon
Director of Photography
Paul Sawtell
Original Music Composer
Jack Dietz
Producer
Frank Melford
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Black Scorpion
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Black Scorpion about?
Volcanic activity frees giant scorpions from the earth who wreak havoc in the rural countryside and eventually threaten Mexico City.
Who directed The Black Scorpion?
The Black Scorpion was directed by Edward Ludwig.
Who stars in The Black Scorpion?
The principal cast of The Black Scorpion includes Richard Denning, Mara Corday, Carlos Rivas, Mario Navarro, Carlos Múzquiz.
When was The Black Scorpion released and how long is it?
The Black Scorpion was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for The Black Scorpion?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Black Scorpion was composed by Paul Sawtell.