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The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951)
An alien lands and tells the people of Earth that they must live peacefully or be destroyed as a danger to other planets.
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Director:
Robert WiseWriters:
Edmund H. North (screen play), Harry Bates (based on a story by)All Cast & Crew
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Did You Know?
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The cover of Ringo Starr's 1974 album "Goodnight Vienna" features Ringo and Gort.
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American Radar Operator:
Holy Mackerel! Call headquarters. Get the lieutenant.
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After the electricity is neutralized we see a motorcycle cop trying to start his motorcycle and the traffic light on the left side of the shot is lit.
Crazy Credits
Elmer Davis, H.V. Kaltenborn, and Drew Pearson identify themselves when they appear on screen. Radio personality Gabriel Heatter is identified by an announcer.
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Genres
Drama | Sci-FiDetails
Release Date:
25 December 1951Language
English, French, Hindi, Russian
Country of Origin
USABox Office
Budget:
$1,200,000 (estimated)
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