The Deadly Mantis
1957, English. Directed by Nathan Juran.
This Was the Day That Engulfed the World in Terror!
When a melting iceberg releases a prehistoric giant praying mantis, a palaeontologist works alongside the military to kill it after it attacks scientific outposts on its way to Washington and New York.
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Nathan JuranDirector
- Craig StevensCol. Joe Parkman
- William HopperDr. Nedrick 'Ned' Jackson
- Alix TaltonMarge Blaine
- Donald RandolphGen. Mark Ford
- Florenz AmesProf. Anton Gunther
- Paul SmithCorporal
- Paul CampbellLt. Fred Pizar
- Pat ConwaySgt. Pete Allen
- Phil HarveyLou
- Helen JayMrs. Farley
- Bing RussellState Trooper
- David McMahonCapt. Frank Carver
Details
- Released
- 1 May 1957
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William Alland, Martin Berkeley
- Budget
- $350K
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The Deadly Mantis: quick answers
Is The Deadly Mantis worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.0/10 from 84 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Deadly Mantis?
The Deadly Mantis runs 79 minutes (1h 19m).
Does The Deadly Mantis have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Deadly Mantis. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Deadly Mantis parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Deadly Mantis yet.
Which OTT platform is The Deadly Mantis on?
The Deadly Mantis isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Deadly Mantis?
If you liked The Deadly Mantis, try The Giant Behemoth, The Monster of Piedras Blancas, The Black Scorpion.
Who directed The Deadly Mantis?
The Deadly Mantis (1957) was directed by Nathan Juran and stars Craig Stevens, William Hopper, Alix Talton.