Flash Gordon(1936)
THRILLING STRANGE WORLD ADVENTURES
Flash Gordon Synopsis
Disaster seems imminent when scientists discover that the planet Mongo is about to crash into Earth. Luckily, heroic young Flash Gordon is on hand to lead an investigative mission into outer space and onto the speedily approaching planet. There, he and his best girl, Dale, who is along for the ride, learn that Ming, the devious ruler of Mongo, has purposely put the planet on a collision course with Earth, and only Flash can stop him.
Flash Gordon (1936) is a science fiction, action and adventure film directed by Frederick Stephani, released on April 6, 1936 with a runtime of 4h 5m. It stars Buster Crabbe, Jean Rogers, Frank Shannon and Charles Middleton. Viewers rate it 6.4 out of 10 across 48 ratings.
- Director:
- Frederick Stephani
- Writers:
- George H. Plympton, Frederick Stephani, Alex Raymond
- Producers:
- Robert M. Beche, Henry MacRae
- Cinematographer:
- Jerome Ash
- Production:
- King Features Syndicate, Universal Pictures
- Budget:
- $350,000
- Status:
- Released
Flash Gordon (1936) Trailer
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Flash Gordon Cast & Crew
Main cast
Buster Crabbe
as Flash Gordon
Jean Rogers
as Dale Arden
Frank Shannon
as Dr. Hans Zarkov
Charles Middleton
as Ming the Merciless
Priscilla Lawson
as Princess Aura
Richard Alexander
as Prince Barin
Jack 'Tiny' Lipson
as King Vultan
James Pierce
as Prince Thun
Theodore Lorch
as High Priest
- Earl Askam
Earl Askam
as Officer Torch
Richard Tucker
as Professor Gordon
George Cleveland
as Professor Hensley
Key crew
Directed by Frederick Stephani, written by George H. Plympton, Frederick Stephani and Alex Raymond, produced by Robert M. Beche and Henry MacRae.
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Flash Gordon Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.4/10 from 48 ratings.
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Flash Gordon – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Flash Gordon?
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The main cast of Flash Gordon (1936) includes Buster Crabbe, Jean Rogers, Frank Shannon, Charles Middleton and Priscilla Lawson. The film was directed by Frederick Stephani. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Flash Gordon released?
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Flash Gordon was released on April 6, 1936 and runs for 4h 5m.
Is Flash Gordon worth watching?
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Flash Gordon (1936) holds an average rating of 6.4 out of 10 from 48 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy science fiction, action and adventure films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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