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The Purple Monster Strikes
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The Purple Monster Strikes

1945-10-06 · 201 min · ★ 4.6

Action · Science Fiction

A Martian invader crashes his spaceship conveniently close to the workshop of a scientist who is developing an interplanetary craft. If the extraterrestrial Purple Monster can complete the rocket ship and return to Mars, he will be able to start a full-scale invasion of Earth. Good thing Craig Foster sets out to thwart the Monster's mission!

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Directors
Spencer Gordon Bennet, Fred C. Brannon
Production companies
Republic Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 160,000

Top Cast

Roy BarcroftRoy BarcroftThe Purple Monster
Dennis MooreDennis MooreCraig Foster
Linda StirlingLinda StirlingSheila Layton
James CravenJames CravenDr. Cyrus Layton
Bud GearyBud GearyHodge Garrett
Mary MooreMarcia
John DavidsonJohn DavidsonEmperor of Mars
Joe WhiteheadCarl Stewart
Emmett VoganEmmett VoganSaunders
George M. CarletonGeorge M. CarletonDr. Paul Meredith
Kenne DuncanKenne DuncanCharles Mitchell
Rosemonde JamesHelen
Monte HaleMonte HaleDr. Harvey

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