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The Hideous Sun Demon(1958)
Status: Released
Date: 1958-08-28
44%
25 Votes
Time: 1h 14m
The Blaze Of The Sun Made Him A Monster!
Overview:
After exposure to radiation, an atomic research scientist finds himself changing into a murderous, lizard-like creature every time he is exposed to sunlight.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United States of America
Budget: $58,500.00
ProductionCompanies:
Clarke-King Enterprises
Movie: The Hideous Sun Demon
Top 10 Billed Cast
Robert Clarke
Dr. Gilbert McKenna
Nan Peterson
Trudy Osborne
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