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# The Unearthly - Parent Guide
A 1950s sci-fi horror film about a mad doctor performing dangerous surgical experiments on psychiatric patients. Contains moderate violence and creepy imagery that may disturb sensitive children, though there's no language or sexual content. Best suited for older children (13+) who enjoy classic horror.
About this movie
Genre
Science Fiction, Horror
Synopsis
A mad doctor uses patients at his isolated psychiatric institute as subjects in his attempts to create longevity by surgically installing an artificial gland in their skulls.
Cast
John Carradine
Dr. Charles Conway
Allison Hayes
Grace Thomas
Marilyn Buferd
Dr. Sharon Gilchrist
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Ratings based on MPAA/TV classification and TMDB metadata. Updated March 2026.
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