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Tarantula

1955-10-29 · 80 min · ★ 6.5

Science Fiction · Horror

A rogue scientist near a small desert town arouses the suspicion of the town's doctor when his lab assistant is found dead from a case of acromegaly, which took only four days to develop. As the doctor investigates, aided by the scientist's new female assistant, they discover that something is devouring local cattle and humans in increasingly large quantities.

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Directors
Jack Arnold
Production companies
Universal Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

John AgarJohn AgarDr. Matt Hastings
Mara CordayMara CordayStephanie 'Steve' Clayton
Leo G. CarrollLeo G. CarrollProf. Gerald Deemer
Nestor PaivaNestor PaivaSheriff Jack Andrews
Ross ElliottRoss ElliottJoe Burch
Hank PattersonHank PattersonJosh
Eddie ParkerEddie ParkerPaul Lund / Eric Jacobs / Airport Workman
Bert HollandBert HollandBarney Russell
Raymond BaileyRaymond BaileyDr. Townsend
Steve DarrellSteve DarrellAndy Andersen
Edwin RandLt. John Nolan
Wag BlesingTownsman
Clint EastwoodClint EastwoodJet Squadron Leader (uncredited)
Dee CarrollTelephone Operator (uncredited)

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