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The great fierce battle between Godzilla, Rodan, and King Ghidorah that will sway the ruler of the Universe, Planet X! - Invasion of Astro-Monster
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Title: Invasion of Astro-Monster

Release Date: 19 Dec 1965

Runtime: 1h 36m

Genre: Science Fiction, Action

Director: TOHO, United Productions of America, Benedict Pictures Corp., Henry G. Saperstein Enterprises Inc., Tokyo Laboratory

Production Companies: TOHO, United Productions of America, Benedict Pictures Corp., Henry G. Saperstein Enterprises Inc., Tokyo Laboratory

Overview: Astronauts Glenn and Fuji investigate Planet X and encounter mysterious aliens known as the Xiliens, who ask Earth's people to help save their world from "Monster Zero". In exchange for borrowing Godzilla and Rodan, the Xiliens offer a cure for cancer. As Glenn investigates, he develops a romance with Miss Namikawa and uncovers the Xilien's true intentions.

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Average Vote: 6.8 (221 votes)

Cast

  • Astronaut F. Glenn: Nick Adams
  • Astronaut K. Fuji: Akira Takarada
  • Haruno Fuji: Keiko Sawai
  • Miss Namikawa: Kumi Mizuno
  • Dr. Sakurai: Jun Tazaki
  • Tetsuo Teri: Akira Kubo
  • Controller of Planet X: Yoshio Tsuchiya
  • Chairman of Earth Committee: Takamaru Sasaki
  • Minister of Defense: Gen Shimizu
  • Commander from Planet X: Kenzō Tabu
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