Svengoolie Season 7 Episode 13 20 Million Miles to Earth

20 Million Miles to Earth is the thirteenth episode of the seventh season of Svengoolie, a comedy show that features horror movies. This episode originally aired on June 16, 2018. In this episode, Svengoolie introduces the audience to a classic science fiction movie from 1957. Directed by Nathan Juran, 20 Million Miles to Earth tells the story of an American spaceship that crashes into the sea near Sicily.

The movie begins with the arrival of the spaceship's capsule on the Italian coast. As the locals investigate the wreckage, they discover a small, slimy creature inside the capsule. They take it to a nearby zoological laboratory, where it is studied by Dr. Leonardo (Frank Puglia) and Dr. Uhl (William Hopper). The creature, which has multiple limbs and is covered in thick scales, manages to escape from its container and quickly grows larger by devouring various animals.

As the creature continues to grow, it becomes increasingly dangerous and aggressive. It soon becomes clear that the creature is not from Earth, but from Venus. The scientists decide that the creature must be destroyed before it causes any more harm, but they face obstacles from the local authorities who are concerned about the damage that could be caused by an explosion.

The scientists soon discover that the creature has laid an egg, and they realize that there could be more of these creatures on the way. They must set aside their differences and work together to stop the creature before it reproduces and takes over the world. Along the way, they encounter numerous obstacles, including a fire at the laboratory and an encounter with the creature at the top of the Colosseum.

The movie is best known for its groundbreaking special effects, which were created by legendary animator Ray Harryhausen. Harryhausen used stop-motion animation to bring the creature to life, and the results are impressive even by today's standards. The film also features a thrilling score by composer Mischa Bakaleinikoff and some solid performances by the cast.

Svengoolie adds his trademark humor and commentary to the screening of the movie. He offers interesting behind-the-scenes tidbits and jokes about the film's special effects. He also shares some fun trivia about the movie's director, Nathan Juran, who later went on to direct such classics as The 7th Voyage of Sinbad and Jack the Giant Killer.

Overall, 20 Million Miles to Earth is a classic science fiction movie that still holds up today. It's a perfect choice for fans of old-fashioned creature features, and Svengoolie's commentary only adds to the fun.