Giant from the Unknown
1958, English. Directed by Richard E. Cunha.
A Hideous Monster from Beyond the Grave!
A series of grisly murders plague a small mountain community and the sheriff suspects a local scientist whom he dislikes. Together with a former professor and the professor's pretty daughter, the scientist sets about solving the crimes and discovers the killer is an oversized 16th century conquistador, resurrected by a lightning bolt from his mountain grave.
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Richard E. CunhaDirector
- Ed KemmerWayne Brooks
- Sally FraserJanet Cleveland
- Morris AnkrumDr. Frederick Cleveland
- Bob SteeleSheriff Parker
- Buddy BaerVargas the Giant
- Gary CrutcherCharlie Brown
- Billy DixIndian Joe
- Oliver BlakeCafe Proprietor
- Jolene BrandAnn Brown
- Ned DavenportFirst Townsman
- Ewing Miles BrownTownsman
- Frank Hart TaussigTownsman (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 3 January 1958
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ralph Brooke, Frank Hart Taussig
- Budget
- $54K
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How long is Giant from the Unknown?
Giant from the Unknown runs 78 minutes (1h 18m).
Does Giant from the Unknown have a post-credits scene?
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Giant from the Unknown parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Giant from the Unknown is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Giant from the Unknown on?
Giant from the Unknown is streaming on Cultpix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Giant from the Unknown?
If you liked Giant from the Unknown, try The Car, Silver Bullet, The Blob.
Who directed Giant from the Unknown?
Giant from the Unknown (1958) was directed by Richard E. Cunha and stars Ed Kemmer, Sally Fraser, Morris Ankrum.