The Man from Planet X 1951
“The WEIRDEST Visitor the Earth has ever seen!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 70 minutes
- Director
- Edgar G. Ulmer
- Network
- Mid Century Film Productions Ltd.
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, FlixFling, ScreenPix Apple TV channel
What is The Man from Planet X?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Man from Planet X" (1951). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1951
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 70 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 27, 1951
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Mid Century Film Productions Ltd.
- Budget
- $41,000
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Thriller, Horror
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.8/10 from 85 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~70 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Mid Century Film Productions Ltd.
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Man from Planet X" (1951).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, box-office, viewership, or plot points.
Omit details not in the material.
Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
No markdown (no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: The Man from Planet X
Year: 1951
Release Date (US): 04/27/1951
Genres: Science Fiction, Thriller, Horror
Runtime: 1h 10m
Production: Independently made American black-and-white film.
Producers: Jack Pollexfen and Aubrey Wisberg.
Director: Edgar G. Ulmer.
Cast: Robert Clarke, Margaret Field, William Schallert.
Distributor: United Artists.
Synopsis: While watching for a planet that may collide with earth, scientists stationed in Scotland are approached by a visitor from outer space.
The Man from Planet X is a 1951 American science fiction, thriller, and horror film. (Good start, no spoilers
Should you watch it?
“Scientists stationed in Scotland encounter a mysterious visitor from outer space during a potential planetary collision.”
- Directed by the notable filmmaker Edgar G. Ulmer.
- Features an early example of independent American science fiction production.
- Offers a concise 70-minute runtime perfect for classic film enthusiasts.
- The film's slow-paced, atmospheric style may feel dated to modern audiences accustomed to fast-paced action.
Watch it if you enjoy historical black-and-white science fiction and want to see an early independent entry in the genre.
This is a suspenseful, slow-paced black-and-white film that blends science fiction with elements of horror and drama.
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Streaming availability varies by region and platform; viewers should check local OTT services for current listings.
Is this film worth watching?
It is considered a significant piece of independent 1950s science fiction, making it a worthwhile watch for fans of classic genre history.
How long is the film?
The film has a runtime of approximately 70 to 71 minutes.
Does this film have multiple episodes?
No, The Man from Planet X is a standalone feature-length motion picture.
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