The Killer Shrews
1959, English. Directed by Ray Kellogg.
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Trapped on a remote island by a hurricane, a group discover a doctor has been experimenting on creating half sized humans. Unfortunately, his experiments have also created giant shrews, who when they have run out of small animals to eat, turn on the humans.
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Killer Shrews is streaming on Cultpix and Bloodstream in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 25 June 1959
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jay Simms
- Budget
- $123K
- Box office
- $1M
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The Killer Shrews: quick answers
What comes after The Killer Shrews?
Next in the series: Return of the Killer Shrews (2012).
Is The Killer Shrews worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.4/10 from 101 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Killer Shrews?
The Killer Shrews runs 69 minutes (1h 9m).
Does The Killer Shrews have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Killer Shrews. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Killer Shrews parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Killer Shrews is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Killer Shrews on?
The Killer Shrews is streaming on Cultpix and Bloodstream in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Killer Shrews?
If you liked The Killer Shrews, try Island of Lost Souls, Island of Terror, Tarantula.
Who directed The Killer Shrews?
The Killer Shrews (1959) was directed by Ray Kellogg and stars James Best, Ingrid Goude, Ken Curtis.