The Wizard of Mars
Originally released in 1965. The Wizard of Mars is a horror/science fiction film. directed by David L. Hewitt. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring John Carradine, Roger Gentry, and Vic McGee
Synopsis
In 1974, four astronauts, silver shoe-clad Dorothy, overweight Doc, goofy Charlie, and wooden Steve, crash land on Mars when taking readings, with only four days of supplies. They must try to survive on the surface, which is barren except for some canals with huge maggots with fins. After embarking through a golden igneous cavern, braving a storm and finding an unmanned Earth vessel, they discover a golden road which leads them to the unchanging ruins of what was once a beautiful Martian city. The Martians are modeled on the Flatheads of Oz, and their collective consciousness, the "Wizard," forbids them to leave until they perform a very small task...
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1965
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
User Rating
3.4/10
Mixed (14 votes)
Budget
$33K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $33,000
Production Companies
- Karston-Hewitt Organization
- American General Pictures
- David L. Hewitt and Associates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Wizard of Mars about?
In 1974, four astronauts, silver shoe-clad Dorothy, overweight Doc, goofy Charlie, and wooden Steve, crash land on Mars when taking readings, with only four days of supplies. They must try to survi...
Who directed The Wizard of Mars?
The Wizard of Mars was directed by David L. Hewitt.
How long is The Wizard of Mars?
The Wizard of Mars has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was The Wizard of Mars released?
The Wizard of Mars was released on January 1, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Wizard of Mars?
The main cast of The Wizard of Mars includes John Carradine, Roger Gentry, Vic McGee, Jerry Rannow, Eve Bernhardt.