Phantom from Space (1953): cast, story & where to watch

1953 · Film · ★ 4.6

Phantom from Space poster

Released in 1953, Phantom from Space is a horror and science fiction film directed by W. Lee Wilder, running about 73 minutes. “His secret power menaced the world!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. After a UFO sighting, a mysterious phantom in a bizarre outfit starts attacking people in San Fernando Valley.

Who’s in it. Phantom from Space stars Ted Cooper as Lt. Hazen, Noreen Nash as Barbara Randall, Harry Landers as Lt. Bowers and James Seay as Maj. Andrews, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Phantom from Space has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Night Flight Plus, IndieFlix, Cultpix and Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Phantom from Space page.

If you liked it. Fans of Phantom from Space tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Phantom from Space (1953)?
In US, Phantom from Space is available to stream on Night Flight Plus, IndieFlix and Cultpix, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Phantom from Space worth watching?
Phantom from Space holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Phantom from Space?
Phantom from Space stars Ted Cooper, Noreen Nash, Harry Landers, James Seay and Rudolph Anders.
When was Phantom from Space released?
Phantom from Space was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.