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A submerged sea-lab, a lurking UFO, and a creature from the deep spell trouble below the waves.

DESTINATION INNER SPACE

TERROR from the DEPTHS of the SEA!

1966 · 1h 23m · NR · Adventure / Fantasy / Science Fiction / Thriller · IMDB TMDB

A futuristic underwater sea-lab is having problems with a UFO that's parked between them and a nearby deep ocean trench. As they investigate, they attract the unwanted attention of a dangerous creature who puts the scientists and crew in danger.

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What is Destination Inner Space about?

Destination Inner Space is a 1966 American science fiction adventure film directed by Francis D. Lyon about researchers in an underwater laboratory who encounter a mysterious extraterrestrial probe and a deadly creature from the depths.

Synopsis

Strange goings on at the site of an experimental underwater laboratory as a mysterious object of unknown origin is detected in the area. A group of researchers investigate and come face to face with the object, a large automated extraterrestrial probe. They board the craft and discover a small object at first considered to be some sort of instrument package, which they take back to the lab for closer inspection. It is then that events take a turn for the worse.
Details & Specs
Director
Francis D. Lyon
Writer
Arthur C. Pierce
Release
1966
Runtime
1h 23m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
Also Known As
L'Invasione - Marte Attacca La Terra, Terror of the Deep

Why Cult

Underwater Sci-Fi Setting

The film unfolds in a futuristic sea-lab, offering submerged suspense and retro technology.

Extraterrestrial Probe Intrigue

A mysterious automated alien craft throws the research team into a high-stakes investigation.

Monster Mayhem

A dangerous creature from the deep adds a creature-feature spin to the science fiction scenario.

Ensemble Cast Antics

Scott Brady, Sheree North, and Gary Merrill lead a crew of scientists and seafarers battling the unknown.

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Questions from the Vault

What is Destination Inner Space about? +

Destination Inner Space follows a team at an underwater laboratory as they investigate a mysterious extraterrestrial probe and confront a deadly sea creature.

Who directed Destination Inner Space? +

Destination Inner Space was directed by Francis D. Lyon.

How long is Destination Inner Space? +

Destination Inner Space has a runtime of 83 minutes.

What genre is Destination Inner Space? +

Destination Inner Space is an adventure, fantasy, science fiction, and thriller film.

When was Destination Inner Space released? +

Destination Inner Space was released in 1966.

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