The Giant Claw
1957, English. Directed by Fred F. Sears.
Flying beast out of prehistoric skies!
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Tubi TVCast & crew
- Fred F. SearsDirector
- Jeff MorrowMitchell 'Mitch' MacAfee
- Mara CordaySally Caldwell
- Morris AnkrumLt. Gen. Edward Considine
- Louis MerrillPierre Broussard
- Edgar BarrierDr. Karol Noymann
- Robert ShayneGen. Van Buskirk
- Frank GriffinPete - Pilot
- Clark HowatMaj. Bergen
- Morgan JonesLieutenant, Radar Officer
- Benjie BancroftCivil Aeronautics Board Member (uncredited)
- Brad BrownPool Party Diver (uncredited)
- Al CantorAF Projectionist (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 1 June 1957
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Samuel Newman, Paul Gangelin
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The Giant Claw: quick answers
Is The Giant Claw worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.8/10 from 95 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Giant Claw?
The Giant Claw runs 74 minutes (1h 14m).
Does The Giant Claw have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Giant Claw. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Giant Claw parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Giant Claw is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Giant Claw on?
The Giant Claw isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Giant Claw?
If you liked The Giant Claw, try Invaders from Mars, Return of the Fly, The Blob.
Who directed The Giant Claw?
The Giant Claw (1957) was directed by Fred F. Sears and stars Jeff Morrow, Mara Corday, Morris Ankrum.