Creature from the Black Lagoon

Directed by Jack Arnold
G
1954    79mHorror, Adventure,
6.980%74%
A scientific expedition searching for fossils along the Amazon River discovers a prehistoric Gill-Man in the legendary Black Lagoon. The explorers capture the mysterious creature, but it breaks free. The Gill-Man returns to kidnap the lovely Kay, fiancée of one in the expedition, with whom he has fallen in love.

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Cast of Creature from the Black Lagoon

  • Richard CarlsonDr. David Reed
  • Julie AdamsKay Lawrence
  • Richard DenningDr. Mark Williams
  • Antonio MorenoDr. Carl Maia
  • Nestor PaivaCaptain Lucas
  • Whit BissellDr. Edwin Thompson
  • Bernie GozierZee
  • Henry A. EscalanteChico
  • Ricou BrowningThe Gill Man In Water (uncredited)
  • Ben ChapmanThe Gill Man On Land (uncredited)
  • Art GilmoreNarrator (voice) (uncredited)
  • Perry LopezTomas (uncredited)
  • Sydney MasonDr. Matos (uncredited)
  • Rodd RedwingLuis (uncredited)
  • James MillerOld Man (uncredited)
  • Jack ArnoldDirector
  • Harry EssexWriter
  • Arthur A. RossWriter
  • William AllandWriter / Producer
  • Maurice ZimmWriter

Creature from the Black Lagoon Ratings & Reviews

  • Mister ArnMay 21, 2025
    I saw the film in 2D, making the claw intrusions less suspenseful. Overall, it's a typical B shot on a studio lot with limited sets. I found Julie Adams attractive, but I not sure why the creature did.

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