20 Million Miles to Earth
"Space nightmares!"
Originally released in 1957. 20 Million Miles to Earth is a science fiction/horror film. directed by Nathan Juran. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring William Hopper, Joan Taylor, and Frank Puglia
Synopsis
When the first manned flight to Venus returns to Earth, the rocket crash-lands in the Mediterranean near a small Italian fishing village. The locals manage to save one of the astronauts Colonel Calder, the mission commander. A young boy also recovers what turns out to be a specimen of an alien creature. Growing at a fantastic rate, it manages to escape and eventually threatens the city of Rome.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 1, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (165 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
William Hopper
as Colonel Robert Calder
Joan Taylor
as Marisa Leonardo
Frank Puglia
as Dr. Leonardo
John Zaremba
as Dr. Judson
Thomas Browne Henry
as Maj. Gen. A.D. McIntosh
Tito Vuolo
as Commissario Unte
Jan Arvan
as Signore Contino - Government Official
Arthur Space
as Dr. Sharman
Bart Braverman
as Pepe
Don Orlando
as Fisherman Mondello (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Morningside Productions
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 20 Million Miles to Earth about?
When the first manned flight to Venus returns to Earth, the rocket crash-lands in the Mediterranean near a small Italian fishing village. The locals manage to save one of the astronauts Colonel Cal...
Who directed 20 Million Miles to Earth?
20 Million Miles to Earth was directed by Nathan Juran.
How long is 20 Million Miles to Earth?
20 Million Miles to Earth has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was 20 Million Miles to Earth released?
20 Million Miles to Earth was released on June 1, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in 20 Million Miles to Earth?
The main cast of 20 Million Miles to Earth includes William Hopper, Joan Taylor, Frank Puglia, John Zaremba, Thomas Browne Henry.
Is 20 Million Miles to Earth worth watching?
20 Million Miles to Earth has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 165 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.