Giant from the Unknown
"A Hideous Monster from Beyond the Grave!"
Originally released in 1958. Giant from the Unknown is a horror film. directed by Richard E. Cunha. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ed Kemmer, Sally Fraser, and Morris Ankrum
Synopsis
A series of grisly murders plague a small mountain community and the sheriff suspects a local scientist whom he dislikes. Together with a former professor and the professor's pretty daughter, the scientist sets about solving the crimes and discovers the killer is an oversized 16th century conquistador, resurrected by a lightning bolt from his mountain grave.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 3, 1958
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (15 votes)
Budget
$54K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ed Kemmer
as Wayne Brooks
Sally Fraser
as Janet Cleveland
Morris Ankrum
as Dr. Frederick Cleveland
Bob Steele
as Sheriff Parker
Buddy Baer
as Vargas the Giant
Gary Crutcher
as Charlie Brown
Billy Dix
as Indian Joe
Oliver Blake
as Cafe Proprietor
Jolene Brand
as Ann Brown
Ned Davenport
as First Townsman
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $54,000
Production Companies
- Screencraft Enterprises
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Giant from the Unknown about?
A series of grisly murders plague a small mountain community and the sheriff suspects a local scientist whom he dislikes. Together with a former professor and the professor's pretty daughter, the ...
Who directed Giant from the Unknown?
Giant from the Unknown was directed by Richard E. Cunha.
How long is Giant from the Unknown?
Giant from the Unknown has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was Giant from the Unknown released?
Giant from the Unknown was released on January 3, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Giant from the Unknown?
The main cast of Giant from the Unknown includes Ed Kemmer, Sally Fraser, Morris Ankrum, Bob Steele, Buddy Baer.