Plan 9 from Outer Space

Plan 9 from Outer Space

Year: 1959

Runtime: 79 min

Language: English

Director: Edward D. Wood Jr.

Sci-FiHorror

In this cult classic, a mysterious invasion unfolds as flying saucers descend upon California's San Fernando Valley. Aliens Eros and Tanna resurrect the dead from a Hollywood cemetery, unleashing terror in the form of a ghoul, vampire, and a hapless cop who can't rest due to his own nosiness.

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Timeline – Plan 9 from Outer Space (1959)
Trace every key event in Plan 9 from Outer Space (1959) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Criswell's Warning

The narrator, Criswell, sets the stage for **GRAVE ROBBERS FROM OUTER SPACE**, delivering a cautionary message about the shocking truths to come. His words intrigue the audience, hinting at the dark themes that will unfold throughout the narrative.

2

A Mourner's Grief

The story begins at a solemn gathering around a grave, where mourners pay their respects. Among them is an elderly man played by Bela Lugosi, who mourns for his recently deceased wife, highlighting the theme of enduring love and loss.

Graveyard
3

The Mourner Guided Away

As the mourning ceremony concludes, a man reading from the Bible, Clay Stone, takes the elderly man away from the grave. The gathering disperses, unaware of the bizarre events about to unfold in the graveyard.

Graveyard
4

Unexpected UFO

As two grave diggers begin their work, pilots Jeff Trent and Danny discuss their flight plans in the cockpit. Their routine is disrupted when a mysterious flying saucer suddenly appears, marking the start of chaos in the narrative.

Cockpit
5

Chaos in the Graveyard

The flight attendant, Edith, enters the cockpit sensing something strange and soon after, the UFO lands in the graveyard. The arrival of the saucer creates panic among the grave diggers, who flee in fear from the ominous noise that accompanies it.

Graveyard
6

Final Farewell

Amidst the chaos, the elderly man, overwhelmed by grief, plucks a flower from his late wife's garden. The narrator emphasizes that he has left home for the last time, foreshadowing the grim fate that awaits him.

Elder's Home
7

The Old Man's Demise

The sound of ambulance brakes echoes as the elderly man is taken to the hospital, where he meets his end. This pivotal moment sets the stage for the unfolding horror, as he transitions from mortal to supernatural.

Hospital
8

Terrifying Revelations

Mourners gather to visit the old man's above-ground crypt, puzzled by the fact that he is buried above while his wife lies below. Unbeknownst to them, his resurrected wife, a vampire, silently observes the scene, adding an unsettling layer to the narrative.

Crypt
9

Scream of Terror

Panic erupts when Gloria Dea's character screams upon discovering the bodies of the grave diggers. The police, led by Inspector Clay, arrive to investigate the strange deaths, escalating the tension in the story.

Graveyard
10

Interrogation Begins

Inspector Clay interrogates a witness named Larry about the grim discoveries. With suspicion growing, Clay passes the investigation responsibility to Lt. Harper, who soon notices a foul odour wafting from the graves, heightening the mystery.

11

Flying Saucer Encounter

At their home, Jeff and Paula discuss the numerous sirens they have heard. Just when Jeff recalls seeing a flying saucer earlier, one suddenly zooms past, causing unexpected turbulence and panic at their location.

Jeff's Home
12

Ambushed

As Clay approaches the old man's crypt, he is ambushed by the vampire and the resurrected old man. This encounter concludes with a fatal confrontation, marking a significant turning point in the narrative.

Old Man's Crypt
13

Military Intervention

With reports of UFO sightings flooding in, military forces led by Colonel Edwards gear up to confront the alien menace. However, their attempts to thwart the invasion prove futile, as their missiles are rendered ineffective against the extraterrestrial beings.

14

The Aliens' Plan

Onboard the alien mothership, Eros and Tanna disclose their sinister plans to raise the dead via Plan Nine. This chilling revelation drives home the thematic elements of fear and the consequences of meddling with life and death.

Alien Mothership
15

Final Battle and Aftermath

As tension escalates, a desperate battle erupts on the alien craft, culminating in a dramatic escape as the saucer crashes over Hollywood. The narrator concludes with a somber warning about the future, leaving audiences to reflect on the fragility of humanity in the face of such terror.

Hollywood

Last Updated: October 27, 2024 at 22:49

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