The Night the World Exploded
"Super-Quake Tilts Earth!"
Originally released in 1957. The Night the World Exploded is a science fiction film. directed by Fred F. Sears. At just 64 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring William Leslie, Kathryn Grant, and Tristram Coffin
Synopsis
With his assistant, Laura Hutchinson, Dr. David Conway develops a device to advance the fledgling science of earthquake prediction. After forecasting a large trembleor that will rock California within twenty-four hours, Conway cannot persuade the Governor to act. When the prediction proves true and further tests indicate that there are more quakes to come, Conway and Laura seek to perfect their device. Subsequent tests deep within Carlsbad Caverns discover an unknown element—E-112—that is responsible for the earthquakes and threatens to destroy the globe if it ever reaches the surface. The team determines that with only four weeks until Armageddon, the race is on to neutralize the killer element before it takes a devastating toll.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 14, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 4m
64 minutes total
User Rating
4.8/10
Mixed (14 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
William Leslie
as Dr. David Conway
Kathryn Grant
as Laura 'Hutch' Hutchinson
Tristram Coffin
as Dr. Ellis Morton
Raymond Greenleaf
as Gov. Chaney
Paul Savage
as Ranger Kirk
Fred Coby
as Ranger Brown
Frank J. Scannell
as Sheriff Quinn
Charles Evans
as Gen. Bortes
Marshall Reed
as General's Aide
Terry Frost
as Chief Rescue Worker
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Clover Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Night the World Exploded about?
With his assistant, Laura Hutchinson, Dr. David Conway develops a device to advance the fledgling science of earthquake prediction. After forecasting a large trembleor that will rock California wit...
Who directed The Night the World Exploded?
The Night the World Exploded was directed by Fred F. Sears.
How long is The Night the World Exploded?
The Night the World Exploded has a runtime of 1 hours and 4 minutes (64 minutes total).
When was The Night the World Exploded released?
The Night the World Exploded was released on June 14, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Night the World Exploded?
The main cast of The Night the World Exploded includes William Leslie, Kathryn Grant, Tristram Coffin, Raymond Greenleaf, Paul Savage.