The Night the World Exploded
1957, English. Directed by Fred F. Sears.
Super-Quake Tilts Earth!
With his assistant, Laura Hutchinson, Dr. David Conway develops a device to advance the fledgling science of earthquake prediction. After forecasting a large trembleor that will rock California within twenty-four hours, Conway cannot persuade the Governor to act. When the prediction proves true and further tests indicate that there are more quakes to come, Conway and Laura seek to perfect their device. Subsequent tests deep within Carlsbad Caverns discover an unknown element—E-112—that is responsible for the earthquakes and threatens to destroy the globe if it ever reaches the surface. The team determines that with only four weeks until Armageddon, the race is on to neutralize the killer element before it takes a devastating toll.
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Fred F. SearsDirector
- William LeslieDr. David Conway
- Kathryn GrantLaura 'Hutch' Hutchinson
- Tristram CoffinDr. Ellis Morton
- Raymond GreenleafGov. Chaney
- Paul SavageRanger Kirk
- Fred CobyRanger Brown
- Frank J. ScannellSheriff Quinn
- Charles EvansGen. Bortes
- Marshall ReedGeneral's Aide
- Terry FrostChief Rescue Worker
- David ArmstrongMilitary Policeman (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 14 June 1957
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jack Natteford, Luci Ward
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How long is The Night the World Exploded?
The Night the World Exploded runs 64 minutes (1h 4m).
Does The Night the World Exploded have a post-credits scene?
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The Night the World Exploded parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Night the World Exploded is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Night the World Exploded on?
The Night the World Exploded 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 Night the World Exploded?
If you liked The Night the World Exploded, try Crack in the World, The Monolith Monsters, 65.
Who directed The Night the World Exploded?
The Night the World Exploded (1957) was directed by Fred F. Sears and stars William Leslie, Kathryn Grant, Tristram Coffin.