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Monster on the Campus (1958)

"Co-ed beauty captive of man-monster! Campus terror! Students victims of terror-beast!"

6.119581h 17mEN
HorrorScience Fiction

Directed by Jack Arnold

Rating

6.1/10

Runtime

1h 17m

Language

EN

Release

October 15, 1958

Director

Jack Arnold

Official Trailer

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Overview

A college paleontology professor acquires a newly discovered specimen of a coelacanth, but while examining it, he is accidentally exposed to its blood, and finds himself periodically turning into a murderous Neanderthal man.

Cast

Arthur Franz

Arthur Franz

Donald Blake

Joanna Moore

Joanna Moore

Madeline Howard

Judson Pratt

Judson Pratt

Lt. Mike Stevens

Troy Donahue

Troy Donahue

Jimmy Flanders

Nancy Walters

Nancy Walters

Sylvia Lockwood

Helen Westcott

Helen Westcott

Nurse Molly Riordan

Ross Elliott

Ross Elliott

Sgt. Eddie Daniels

Alexander Lockwood

Alexander Lockwood

Prof. Gilbert Howard

Whit Bissell

Whit Bissell

Dr. Oliver Cole

Richard H. Cutting

Richard H. Cutting

Tom Edwards - Forest Ranger

Hank Patterson

Hank Patterson

Townsend - Night Watchman

Phil Harvey

Phil Harvey

Sgt. Powell

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Monster on the Campus (1958), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A college paleontology professor acquires a newly discovered specimen of a coelacanth, but while examining it, he is accidentally exposed to its blood, and finds himself periodically turning into a murderous Neanderthal man.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Monster on the Campus. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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