The Man From Planet X

The Man From Planet X (1951)

  • 100% of critics liked it
    (7 reviews)

  • 40% of users liked it
    (1,221 ratings)

An inexpensive but atmospheric sci-fi film, Man from Planet X takes place on a lonely Scottish island. Science professor Raymond Bond is monitoring the orbit of the mysterious "Planet X," which has entered the solar system and is travelling close to Earth. A spaceship lands from this planet, out of… More

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PG, 1 hr. 10 min.
Directed By
Edgar G. Ulmer, David Ormont
Written By
Aubrey Wisberg, Jack Pollexfen
Genres
Horror, Classics, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Cult Movies
In Theaters
Jan 1, 1951 Wide
On DVD
Feb 20, 2001
MGM Home Entertainment

Critic Reviews

  • Michael E. Grost, Classic Film and Television

    Creative, idealistic science fiction film.

  • Jake Euker, F5 (Wichita, KS)

    Capable B horror of the sort that invites nostalgia even in those of us who weren't there.

  • Frank Wilkins, ReelTalk Movie Reviews

    An eerie reminder that a decent script and adept direction can overcome even the lowest of budgets.

  • Ken Hanke, Mountain Xpress (Asheville, NC)

    Odd, atmospheric, but rather slow Edgar G. Ulmer sci-fi cheapie.

  • Jeffrey M. Anderson, San Francisco Examiner

    Classic Ulmer.

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Featured Audience Ratings

  • AJ V


    An okay sci-fi movie of the 50s. It's not a very original plot, nor are there good special effects, but it's not bad either.

  • a b


    A supposed classic, but really it's pretty lame. Sweet 50's low budget sci-fi.

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