The Creation of the Humanoids
“Man's Own Creation! Can He Control Machines That Produce People?”
Synopsis
Many years after a nuclear war, the human survivors have created a new society where much of the work is done by androids, referred to derisively by humans as "clickers". A police official who is concerned that his sister has become involved with an android is sent to investigate a larger rumor that the androids are developing reason and emotion.
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Creation of the Humanoids (1962)
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-07-13
Top Cast
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Don Megowan
Capt. Kenneth Cragis
Erica Elliott
Maxine Megan
Don Doolittle
Dr. Raven
George Milan
Acto
Dudley Manlove
Lagan
Frances McCann
Esme Cragis Milos
David Cross
Pax
Malcolm Smith
Court
Richard Vath
Mark
Reid Hammond
Hart
Pat Bradley
Dr. Moffitt (uncredited)
William Hunter
Ward (uncredited)
Gil Frye
Orus (uncredited)
Alton Tabor
Kelly (uncredited)
Paul Sheriff
Police Officer (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 3, 1962
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Wesley Barry
- Screenplay & Story
- Jay Simms
- Original Score
- Edward J. Kay
- Original Title
- The Creation of the Humanoids
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Genie Productions Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Wesley Barry
Jay Simms, Jack Williamson, Karel Čapek
Edward J. Kay
Hal Mohr
Ace Herman
Wesley Barry, Edward J. Kay
Department Leadership Roster
Wesley Barry
Director
Jay Simms
Screenplay
Wesley Barry
Producer
Edward J. Kay
Producer
Edward J. Kay
Original Music Composer
Hal Mohr
Director of Photography
Ace Herman
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Creation of the Humanoids
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What is The Creation of the Humanoids about?
Many years after a nuclear war, the human survivors have created a new society where much of the work is done by androids, referred to derisively by humans as "clickers". A police official who is concerned that his sister has become involved with an android is sent to investigate a larger rumor that the androids are developing reason and emotion.
Who directed The Creation of the Humanoids?
The Creation of the Humanoids was directed by Wesley Barry.
Who stars in The Creation of the Humanoids?
The principal cast of The Creation of the Humanoids includes Don Megowan, Erica Elliott, Don Doolittle, George Milan, Dudley Manlove.
When was The Creation of the Humanoids released and how long is it?
The Creation of the Humanoids was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for The Creation of the Humanoids?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Creation of the Humanoids was composed by Edward J. Kay.
Is The Creation of the Humanoids based on a book or true story?
The Creation of the Humanoids is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jack Williamson".