The Crawling Eye 1958 Forrest Tucker

"The Crawling Eye," also known as "The Trollenberg Terror," is a 1958 British science fiction horror film starring Forrest Tucker. Directed by Quentin Lawrence, the film is based on a 1956 British television series called "The Trollenberg Terror." The movie follows a United Nations troubleshooter (played by Tucker) who investigates mysterious deaths and strange occurrences in the Swiss Alps.Show more

The plot revolves around a cloud of radioactive mist that hides an alien presence. The extraterrestrial beings, invisible to the human eye, take residence on a mountain, and their presence is marked by a crawling, disembodied eye. As people go missing or die under mysterious circumstances, the protagonist, along with others, attempts to unravel the mystery and confront the otherworldly threat.

"The Crawling Eye" is known for its atmospheric tension, low-budget special effects, and its contribution to the science fiction horror genre. Forrest Tucker's performance as the lead character adds to the film's charm for fans of vintage sci-fi cinema.