The Flying Saucer (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 3.6
Released in 1950, The Flying Saucer is a thriller and science fiction film directed by Mikel Conrad, running about 69 minutes. “Have we visitors from outer space?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The CIA sends playboy Mike Trent to Alaska with agent Vee Langley, posing as his "nurse," to investigate flying saucer sightings. At first, installed in a hunting lodge, the two play in the wilderness. But then they sight a saucer. Investigating, our heroes clash with an inept gang of Soviet spies, also after the saucer secret.
Who’s in it. The Flying Saucer stars Mikel Conrad as Mike Trent, Pat Garrison as Vee Langley, Hantz von Teuffen as Hans and Earle Lyon as Alex Muller, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.6/10, The Flying Saucer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Flying Saucer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Flying Saucer tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Flying Saucer (1950)?
- In US, The Flying Saucer is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Flying Saucer worth watching?
- The Flying Saucer holds an audience score of 3.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Flying Saucer?
- The Flying Saucer stars Mikel Conrad, Pat Garrison, Hantz von Teuffen, Earle Lyon and Lester Sharpe.