Day of the Animals
“A shocking vision of things to come...”
Synopsis
The depletion of the earth's ozone layer causes animals above the altitude of 5000 feet to run amok, which is very unfortunate for a group of hikers who get dropped off up there by helicopter just before the quarantine is announced.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
SOMETHING IS OUT THERE (1977) TV Spot
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-04-21
Top Cast
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Christopher George
Steve Buckner
Leslie Nielsen
Paul Jenson
Lynda Day George
Terry Marsh
Richard Jaeckel
Prof. Taylor MacGregor
Michael Ansara
Daniel Santee
Ruth Roman
Mrs. Shirley Goodwyn
Jon Cedar
Frank Young
Paul Mantee
Roy Moore
Walter Barnes
Ranger Tucker
Andrew Stevens
Bob Denning
Susan Backlinie
Mandy Young
Kathleen Bracken
Beth Hughes
Bobby Porter
John Goodwyn
Michelle Stacy
Little Girl
Michael Andreas
Sheriff
Jan Andrew Scott
Helicopter Pilot
Gil Lamb
Old Man in Bar
Garrison True
TV Announcer
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 13, 1977
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 23, 2026
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$1.2M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Girdler
- Screenplay & Story
- William W. Norton, Eleanor E. Norton
- Original Score
- Lalo Schifrin
- Original Title
- Day of the Animals
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Budget
- $1.2M
- Production Studios
- Montoro Productions Ltd., Mid-America Pictures, Film Ventures International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Girdler
William W. Norton, Eleanor E. Norton, Edward L. Montoro
Lalo Schifrin
Robert Sorrentino
Bub Asman, James Mitchell
Edward L. Montoro, David Sheldon
Department Leadership Roster
William Girdler
Director
William W. Norton
Screenplay
Edward L. Montoro
Producer
Lalo Schifrin
Original Music Composer
Robert Sorrentino
Director of Photography
Eleanor E. Norton
Screenplay
Bub Asman
Editor
James Mitchell
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
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Day of the Animals
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Day of the Animals about?
The depletion of the earth's ozone layer causes animals above the altitude of 5000 feet to run amok, which is very unfortunate for a group of hikers who get dropped off up there by helicopter just before the quarantine is announced.
Who directed Day of the Animals?
Day of the Animals was directed by William Girdler.
Who stars in Day of the Animals?
The principal cast of Day of the Animals includes Christopher George, Leslie Nielsen, Lynda Day George, Richard Jaeckel, Michael Ansara.
When was Day of the Animals released and how long is it?
Day of the Animals was released in 1977 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Day of the Animals?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Day of the Animals was composed by Lalo Schifrin.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Day of the Animals?
Day of the Animals holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).