The Purple Monster Strikes_
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A Martian invader crashes his spaceship conveniently close to the workshop of a scientist who is developing an interplanetary craft. If the extraterrestrial Purple Monster can complete the rocket ship and return to Mars, he will be able to start a full-scale invasion of Earth. Good thing Craig Foster sets out to thwart the Monster's mission!
Starring
Roy Barcroft, Dennis Moore, Linda Stirling
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
The Purple Monster Strikes was released 81 years ago in 1945.
Overview
A Martian invader crashes his spaceship conveniently close to the workshop of a scientist who is developing an interplanetary craft. If the extraterrestrial...
The Purple Monster Strikes is a Action, Science Fiction film with a runtime of 3h 21m.
CAST (13)
Roy Barcroft
The Purple Monster
Dennis Moore
Craig Foster
Linda Stirling
Sheila Layton
James Craven
Dr. Cyrus Layton
Bud Geary
Hodge Garrett
MM
Mary Moore
Marcia
John Davidson
Emperor of Mars
JW
Joe Whitehead
Carl Stewart
Emmett Vogan
Saunders
George M. Carleton
Dr. Paul Meredith
Kenne Duncan
Charles Mitchell
RJ
Rosemonde James
Helen
Monte Hale
Dr. Harvey
BOX OFFICE
$160K
Budget
DETAILS
Release
Status
Released
Runtime
201 min (3h 21m)
Country
Rating
3.8/10 (3 votes)
Budget
$160,000
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is The Purple Monster Strikes about?
A Martian invader crashes his spaceship conveniently close to the workshop of a scientist who is developing an interplanetary craft. If the extraterrestrial Purple Monster can complete the rocket ship and return to Mars, he will be able to start a full-scale invasion of Earth. Good thing Craig Foster sets out to thwart the Monster's mission!
How long is The Purple Monster Strikes?
The Purple Monster Strikes has a runtime of 201 minutes (3h 21m).
Who stars in The Purple Monster Strikes?
The cast of The Purple Monster Strikes includes Roy Barcroft, Dennis Moore, Linda Stirling, James Craven, Bud Geary.
What is the rating of The Purple Monster Strikes?
The Purple Monster Strikes has a rating of 3.8 out of 10 based on 3 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (2)
Action
Science Fiction