The Day of the Triffids
"Beware the triffids... they grow... know... walk... talk... stalk... and kill!"
Originally released in 1963. The Day of the Triffids is a science fiction/horror film. directed by Steve Sekely.
Starring Howard Keel, Janina Faye, and Nicole Maurey
Synopsis
After an unusual meteor shower leaves most of the human population blind, a merchant navy officer must find a way to conquer tall, aggressive plants which are feeding on people and animals.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 24, 1963
62 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (187 votes)
Budget
$750K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Howard Keel
as Bill Masen
Janina Faye
as Susan - Child on the Train
Nicole Maurey
as Christine Durrant
Janette Scott
as Karen Goodwin
Kieron Moore
as Tom Goodwin
Mervyn Johns
as Mr. Coker
Ewan Roberts
as Dr. Soames
Alison Leggatt
as Miss Coker
Geoffrey Matthews
as Luis de la Vega
Gilgi Hauser
as Teresa de la Vega
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $750,000
Production Companies
- Allied Artists Pictures
- Security Pictures Ltd.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Day of the Triffids about?
After an unusual meteor shower leaves most of the human population blind, a merchant navy officer must find a way to conquer tall, aggressive plants which are feeding on people and animals.
Who directed The Day of the Triffids?
The Day of the Triffids was directed by Steve Sekely.
How long is The Day of the Triffids?
The Day of the Triffids has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was The Day of the Triffids released?
The Day of the Triffids was released on April 24, 1963 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Day of the Triffids?
The main cast of The Day of the Triffids includes Howard Keel, Janina Faye, Nicole Maurey, Janette Scott, Kieron Moore.
Is The Day of the Triffids worth watching?
The Day of the Triffids has a user rating of 6.1/10 based on 187 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.