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Creature Feature: 50 Years of the Gill-Man

First surfacing in 1954, the Gill-Man from CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON has been one of the most influential screen monsters. This documentary fondly recalls the history of the 3-D horror film - which spawned several sequels and countless imitators - and the behind-the-scenes story of its making as told by cast and crew.

Top Cast

  • Keith David

    Keith David

    Narrator (voice)

  • Benicio del Toro

    Benicio del Toro

    Self

  • Julie Adams

    Julie Adams

    Self

  • Daniel Roebuck

    Daniel Roebuck

    Self

  • Tom Savini

    Tom Savini

    Self

  • Frank Dietz

    Frank Dietz

    Self

  • David J. Schow

    David J. Schow

    Self

  • Ricou Browning

    Ricou Browning

    Self

  • Bob Burns

    Bob Burns

    Self

Overview

First surfacing in 1954, the Gill-Man from CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON has been one of the most influential screen monsters. This documentary fondly recalls the history of the 3-D horror film - which spawned several sequels and countless imitators - and the behind-the-scenes story of its making as told by cast and crew.

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