The Giant Claw (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1957, The Giant Claw is a horror and science fiction film directed by Fred F. Sears, running about 74 minutes. “Flying beast out of prehistoric skies!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Global panic ensues when it is revealed that a mysterious UFO is actually a giant turkey-like bird that flies at supersonic speed and has no regard for life or architecture.
Who’s in it. The Giant Claw stars Jeff Morrow as Mitchell 'Mitch' MacAfee, Mara Corday as Sally Caldwell, Morris Ankrum as Lt. Gen. Edward Considine and Louis Merrill as Pierre Broussard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Giant Claw has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Giant Claw page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Giant Claw tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Giant Claw (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Giant Claw change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Giant Claw worth watching?
- The Giant Claw holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Giant Claw?
- The Giant Claw stars Jeff Morrow, Mara Corday, Morris Ankrum, Louis Merrill and Edgar Barrier.
- When was The Giant Claw released?
- The Giant Claw was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.