The Phantom Creeps (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1939, The Phantom Creeps is a science fiction film directed by Ford Beebe, running about 265 minutes.
What it’s about. A mad scientist attempts to rule the world by creating various elaborate inventions.
Who’s in it. The Phantom Creeps stars Bela Lugosi as Dr. Alex Zorka / Dr. Zane, Robert Kent as Capt. Bob West, Dorothy Arnold as Jean Drew and Edwin Stanley as Dr. Fred Mallory, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Phantom Creeps has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Bloodstream. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Phantom Creeps page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Phantom Creeps tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Phantom Creeps (1939)?
- In US, The Phantom Creeps is available to stream on Bloodstream. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Phantom Creeps worth watching?
- The Phantom Creeps holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Phantom Creeps?
- The Phantom Creeps stars Bela Lugosi, Robert Kent, Dorothy Arnold, Edwin Stanley and Regis Toomey.
- When was The Phantom Creeps released?
- The Phantom Creeps was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 265 minutes.