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Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds 1977

★ 4.431 votes92 min📅 1977-04-29

"An amazing panic attack that hits all of Japan with an intensity of 100!"

Dive into the prehistoric thrills of *Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds (1977)*, a cult classic Japanese science-fiction horror film directed by Junji Kurata.

Director: Junji Kurata

Cast

Tsunehiko Watase
Tsunehiko Watase
Takashi Ashizawa
Shōtarō Hayashi
Shōtarō Hayashi
Akira Taniki
Yōko Koizumi
Yōko Koizumi
Akiko Osano
Tomoko Kiyoshima
Junko Sonoda
Fuyukichi Maki
Shohei Muku
Kinji Nakamura
Kinji Nakamura
Hideyuki Sakai
Hiroshi Nawa
Hiroshi Nawa
Masahiko Miyawaki
Masataka Iwao
Masataka Iwao
Takashi Noguchi
Takashi Noguchi
Masaharu Arikawa
Masaharu Arikawa

Frequently Asked Questions

What is *Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds* (1977) about?

*Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds* follows a geologist's chilling discovery that dinosaurs still survive hidden beneath a volcanic lake in Japan. His findings spark a terrifying chain of events as ancient predators emerge, threatening to unleash chaos on the modern world.

Who directed *Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds*?

The film was directed by Junji Kurata, a Japanese filmmaker known for his work in science-fiction and horror during the 1970s.

Who stars in *Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds*?

The film features Tsunehiko Watase, Shōtarō Hayashi, Yōko Koizumi, Tomoko Kiyoshima, and Fuyukichi Maki in key roles.

Is *Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds* (1977) worth watching?

While not a mainstream classic, this 1977 Japanese sci-fi horror offers a fun, campy thrill ride with its prehistoric creatures and high-stakes suspense. If you enjoy 70s trash cinema or dino-horror, it's a delightfully cheesy pick—just don't expect deep storytelling.

How long is *Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds*?

The film runs for 92 minutes.

About Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds (1977) — 1970s Dino-Horror That Still Roars

Dive into the prehistoric thrills of *Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds (1977)*, a cult classic Japanese science-fiction horror film directed by Junji Kurata. The story follows a daring geologist as he uncovers a terrifying secret—dinosaurs still lurk beneath a volcanic lake's eerie surface, awakening ancient predators with a taste for chaos. With a claustrophobic atmosphere and eerie creature designs, the film blends natural disaster themes with the thrill of the unknown, delivering a cinematic panic attack that gripped Japan in the 1970s.

Starring Tsunehiko Watase, Shōtarō Hayashi, and Yōko Koizumi, this 92-minute gem delivers a mix of adventure and horror, where science meets myth in a race against time. Fans of 70s Japanese sci-fi horror will appreciate its nostalgic charm and relentless suspense, making *Legend of Dinosaurs and Monster Birds* a must-watch for trash cinema enthusiasts and dino-horror admirers alike.