The Deadly Mantis (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1957, The Deadly Mantis is a thriller, horror, romance and science fiction film directed by Nathan H. Juran, running about 79 minutes. “This Was the Day That Engulfed the World in Terror!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A giant prehistoric praying mantis, recently freed from the Arctic ice, voraciously preys on American military at the DEW Line and works its way south.
Who’s in it. The Deadly Mantis stars Craig Stevens as Col. Joe Parkman, William Hopper as Dr. Nedrick 'Ned' Jackson, Alix Talton as Marge Blaine and Donald Randolph as Gen. Mark Ford, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Deadly Mantis has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Deadly Mantis page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Deadly Mantis tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Deadly Mantis (1957)?
- In US, The Deadly Mantis is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Deadly Mantis worth watching?
- The Deadly Mantis holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror, romance and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Deadly Mantis?
- The Deadly Mantis stars Craig Stevens, William Hopper, Alix Talton, Donald Randolph and Pat Conway.
- When was The Deadly Mantis released?
- The Deadly Mantis was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.