The Deadly Mantis

The Deadly Mantis

1957 · 79 min · EN · 4.9 (63 votes)
Dir. Nathan Juran · Starring Craig Stevens, William Hopper, Alix Talton, Donald Randolph, Florenz Ames, Paul Smith · Music Irving Gertz

This Was the Day That Engulfed the World in Terror!

HorrorScience Fiction

A giant prehistoric praying mantis, recently freed from the Arctic ice, voraciously preys on American military at the DEW Line and works its way south.

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A colossal prehistoric insect terrorizes the American military. This classic creature feature delivers thrilling suspense and campy fun, perfect for a late-night dive into 1950s sci-fi paranoia.

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