The Monster That Challenged the World
1957, English. Directed by Arnold Laven.
A new kind of terror to numb the nerves!
Giants Mollusks are released from the earth by an earthquake and start killing people.
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch The Monster That Challenged the World
The Monster That Challenged the World is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix, and ScreenPix Amazon Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Arnold LavenDirector
- Tim HoltLt. Cmdr. John 'Twill' Twillinger
- Audrey DaltonGail MacKenzie
- Hans ConriedDr. Jess Rogers
- Barbara DarrowJody Simms
- Max ShowalterDr. Tad Johns
- Harlan WardeLt. Robert 'Clem' Clemens
- Gordon JonesSheriff Josh Peters
- Mimi GibsonSandy MacKenzie
- Marjorie StappConnie Blake
- Jody McCreaSeaman Fred Johnson
- Wallace EarlSally
- Dennis McCarthyGeorge Blake (lab assistant)
Details
- Released
- 14 June 1957
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David Duncan, Pat Fielder
- Budget
- $200K
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The Monster That Challenged the World: quick answers
Is The Monster That Challenged the World worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.6/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Monster That Challenged the World?
The Monster That Challenged the World runs 84 minutes (1h 24m).
Does The Monster That Challenged the World have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Monster That Challenged the World. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Monster That Challenged the World parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Monster That Challenged the World is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Monster That Challenged the World on?
The Monster That Challenged the World is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix, and ScreenPix Amazon Channel in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Monster That Challenged the World?
If you liked The Monster That Challenged the World, try Underwater, The Last House, Creature from the Black Lagoon.
Who directed The Monster That Challenged the World?
The Monster That Challenged the World (1957) was directed by Arnold Laven and stars Tim Holt, Audrey Dalton, Hans Conried.