Creature from the Black Lagoon
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Creature from the Black Lagoon

From the Amazon's forbidden depths came the Creature from the Black Lagoon.

6.8 / 10 1954 1h 19mG English
AdventureHorrorScience Fiction

Storyline

When scientists exploring the Amazon River stumble on a “missing link” connecting humans and fish, they plan to capture it for later study. But the Creature has plans of his own, and has set his sights on the lead scientist's beautiful fiancée, Kay.

Cast & Crew

Richard Carlson

Richard Carlson

Dr. David Reed

Lead
Julie Adams

Julie Adams

Kay Lawrence

Richard Denning

Richard Denning

Dr. Mark Williams

Antonio Moreno

Antonio Moreno

Dr. Carl Maia

Nestor Paiva

Nestor Paiva

Captain Lucas

Whit Bissell

Whit Bissell

Dr. Edwin Thompson

Bernie Gozier

Bernie Gozier

Zee

HA

Henry A. Escalante

Chico

What People Are Saying

4.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Jack Arnold's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. Creature from the Black Lagoon is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker