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Creature from the Black Lagoon

6.819541h 19mGMovieAdventureHorrorScience Fiction

When scientists exploring the Amazon River stumble on a “missing link” connecting humans and fish, they plan to capture it for later study. But the Creature has plans of his own, and has set his sights on the lead scientist's beautiful fiancée, Kay.

DirectorJack Arnold
WritersHarry Essex·Arthur A. Ross
ProducerWilliam Alland

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Cast · Directed by Jack Arnold

RCRichard Carlson
Richard Carlson
Dr. David Reed
JAJulie Adams
Julie Adams
Kay Lawrence
RDRichard Denning
Richard Denning
Dr. Mark Williams
AMAntonio Moreno
Antonio Moreno
Dr. Carl Maia
NPNestor Paiva
Nestor Paiva
Captain Lucas
WBWhit Bissell
Whit Bissell
Dr. Edwin Thompson
BGBernie Gozier
Bernie Gozier
Zee
HE
Henry A. Escalante
Chico
RBRicou Browning
Ricou Browning
The Gill Man In Water (uncredited)
AGArt Gilmore
Art Gilmore
Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
PLPerry Lopez
Perry Lopez
Tomas (uncredited)
SM
Sydney Mason
Dr. Matos (uncredited)

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Creature from the Black Lagoon — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Creature from the Black Lagoon?

Creature from the Black Lagoon is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Creature from the Black Lagoon on Netflix?

No, Creature from the Black Lagoon is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Peacock Premium.

Is Creature from the Black Lagoon on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Creature from the Black Lagoon is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Creature from the Black Lagoon for free?

Creature from the Black Lagoon is available to stream free (with ads) on FlixHouse and Mometu in United States.

Is there a sequel to Creature from the Black Lagoon?

Yes — Creature from the Black Lagoon is followed by Revenge of the Creature (1955) in the Creature from the Black Lagoon Collection.

Is there a prequel to Creature from the Black Lagoon?

Creature from the Black Lagoon is the first film in the Creature from the Black Lagoon Collection.

Is Creature from the Black Lagoon part of a trilogy?

Yes — Creature from the Black Lagoon is part of a trilogy, alongside Revenge of the Creature (1955) and The Creature Walks Among Us (1956).

How many movies are in the Creature from the Black Lagoon Collection?

There are 3 films in the Creature from the Black Lagoon Collection: Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954), Revenge of the Creature (1955) and The Creature Walks Among Us (1956).