Flash Gordon
"THRILLING STRANGE WORLD ADVENTURES"
Originally released in 1936. Flash Gordon is a science fiction/action film. directed by Ray Taylor. With a runtime of 4h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Buster Crabbe, Jean Rogers, and Frank Shannon
Synopsis
Disaster seems imminent when scientists discover that the planet Mongo is about to crash into Earth. Luckily, heroic young Flash Gordon is on hand to lead an investigative mission into outer space and onto the speedily approaching planet. There, he and his best girl, Dale, who is along for the ride, learn that Ming, the devious ruler of Mongo, has purposely put the planet on a collision course with Earth, and only Flash can stop him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 6, 1936
89 years ago
Runtime
4h 5m
245 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (45 votes)
Budget
$350K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Buster Crabbe
as Flash Gordon
Jean Rogers
as Dale Arden
Frank Shannon
as Dr. Hans Zarkov
Charles Middleton
as Ming the Merciless
Priscilla Lawson
as Princess Aura
Richard Alexander
as Prince Barin
Jack 'Tiny' Lipson
as King Vultan
James Pierce
as Prince Thun
Theodore Lorch
as High Priest
Earl Askam
as Officer Torch
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $350,000
Production Companies
- King Features Syndicate
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flash Gordon about?
Disaster seems imminent when scientists discover that the planet Mongo is about to crash into Earth. Luckily, heroic young Flash Gordon is on hand to lead an investigative mission into outer space ...
Who directed Flash Gordon?
Flash Gordon was directed by Ray Taylor.
How long is Flash Gordon?
Flash Gordon has a runtime of 4 hours and 5 minutes (245 minutes total).
When was Flash Gordon released?
Flash Gordon was released on April 6, 1936 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Flash Gordon?
The main cast of Flash Gordon includes Buster Crabbe, Jean Rogers, Frank Shannon, Charles Middleton, Priscilla Lawson.