109. THE DEADLY MANTIS - One Sheet One Sheet (27 x 41) Very Fine Folded | DEADLY MANTIS, THE (1957)

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DEADLY MANTIS, THE (1957)

Collectible Posters Auction: Spring 2025

109. THE DEADLY MANTIS - One Sheet One Sheet (27" x 41"); Very Fine+ Folded

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One Sheet (27" x 41")
Very Fine+ Folded; Artwork by Ken Sawyer
Universal-International, 1957

A massive prehistoric praying mantis, released from Arctic ice, starts attacking American military forces along the DEW Line and moves southward in producer William Alland's classic sci-fi film featuring giant bugs. This example is in outstanding, unrestored condition, showcasing bold, rich colors and a very fresh, clean appearance.

By 1957, film studios were running out of giant bugs to terrify audiences across America, so it was only a matter of time before they turned to "The Deadly Mantis." The story begins with a volcanic eruption on the island of Dot, which triggers an upheaval affecting an iceberg on the other side of the world. Encased in the ice is the Deadly Mantis, a gigantic, flesh-eating insect that has been in cryogenic sleep since the Jurassic period. As the ice melts, the Mantis awakens and embarks on a deadly reign of terror around the North Pole. It devours several Air Force personnel stationed at remote radar stations and then attacks a couple of Inuits before anyone realizes what is happening.

Estimate: $500 - 1,000