What is The Phantom Planet?
The Phantom Planet is a film first released in 1961. Catalogued under Science Fiction, Horror.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1961
- Release date
- Dec 13, 1961
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Horror
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.0/10
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The Phantom Planet is a film first released in 1961. Catalogued under Science Fiction, Horror.
Should you watch it?
“An astronaut crash‑lands on a mysterious mini‑planet where the air shrinks him.”
- Classic 1960s sci‑fi aesthetic
- Imaginative miniaturization premise
- Shows early space‑age optimism
- Low-budget production values
- Mixed critical reception
Watch it if you enjoy vintage space adventures with a quirky sci‑fi twist.
Suitable for viewers who appreciate retro sci‑fi; contains mild 1960s horror elements.
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When does the story take place?
The film is set in the future year 1980, when the U.S. Air Force has Moon bases and plans a mission to Mars.
Who directed the film?
It was directed by William Marshall.
What is the central plot premise?
An astronaut’s ship is pulled to an asteroid, and he is miniaturized by the exotic atmosphere of a phantom planet.
What is the film’s visual format?
It was shot in black‑and‑white.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes.
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