

First Man into Space
1959, English. Directed by Robert Day.
The picture that leaps ahead of the headlines!
The first pilot to leave Earth's atmosphere lands, then vanishes; but something with a craving for blood prowls the countryside...
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch First Man into Space
First Man into Space is streaming on fuboTV, HBO Max, and MGM Plus in India.
Availability in India as of 9 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
- Robert DayDirector
- Marshall ThompsonCmdr. Charles Ernest Prescott
- Marla LandiTia Francesca
- Bill EdwardsLt. Dan Milton Prescott
- Robert AyresCapt. Ben Richards
- Carl JaffeDr. Paul von Essen
- Bill NagyPolice Chief Wilson
- Roger DelgadoMexican Consul - Ramon de Guerrera
- John McLarenState Dept. Official, Harold Atkins
- Spencer TeakleRatings Control Room
- Chuck KeyserRatings Control Room
- John FabianRatings Control Room
- Richard ShawWitney
Details
- Released
- 1 February 1959
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- John Croydon, Charles F. Vetter, Wyott Ordung
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First Man into Space: quick answers
Is First Man into Space worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.1/10 from 61 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is First Man into Space?
First Man into Space runs 77 minutes (1h 17m).
Does First Man into Space have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for First Man into Space. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
First Man into Space parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
First Man into Space is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is First Man into Space on?
First Man into Space is streaming on fuboTV, HBO Max, and MGM Plus in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like First Man into Space?
If you liked First Man into Space, try The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms, It! The Terror from Beyond Space, Doctor Who: Dark Water / Death in Heaven.
Who directed First Man into Space?
First Man into Space (1959) was directed by Robert Day and stars Marshall Thompson, Marla Landi, Bill Edwards.