The Giant Claw
"Flying beast out of prehistoric skies!"
Originally released in 1957. The Giant Claw is a science fiction/horror film. directed by Fred F. Sears. At just 74 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jeff Morrow, Mara Corday, and Morris Ankrum
Synopsis
Global panic ensues when it is revealed that a mysterious UFO is actually a giant turkey-like bird that flies at supersonic speed and has no regard for life or architecture.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 1, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 14m
74 minutes total
User Rating
4.8/10
Mixed (93 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jeff Morrow
as Mitchell 'Mitch' MacAfee
Mara Corday
as Sally Caldwell
Morris Ankrum
as Lt. Gen. Edward Considine
Louis Merrill
as Pierre Broussard
Edgar Barrier
as Dr. Karol Noymann
Robert Shayne
as Gen. Van Buskirk
Frank Griffin
as Pete - Pilot
Clark Howat
as Maj. Bergen
Morgan Jones
as Lieutenant, Radar Officer
Benjie Bancroft
as Civil Aeronautics Board Member (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Clover Productions
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Giant Claw about?
Global panic ensues when it is revealed that a mysterious UFO is actually a giant turkey-like bird that flies at supersonic speed and has no regard for life or architecture.
Who directed The Giant Claw?
The Giant Claw was directed by Fred F. Sears.
How long is The Giant Claw?
The Giant Claw has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
When was The Giant Claw released?
The Giant Claw was released on June 1, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Giant Claw?
The main cast of The Giant Claw includes Jeff Morrow, Mara Corday, Morris Ankrum, Louis Merrill, Edgar Barrier.