Mark Kermode reviews Quatermass and the Pit

On this day in 1967, “Quatermass and the Pit” was released in the UK. The third film in Hammer Films’ Quatermass series and its first in the series in colour, is based on Nigel Kneale’s BBC serial. Its vivid depiction of alien and supernatural elements profoundly influenced sci-fi horror. In the US, it was titled “Five Million Years To Earth”, highlighting its ancient, cosmic storyline. 👽 Tag a friend who loves classic sci-fi horror! 👽 #hammerfilms #hammerhorror #quatermass #onthisday | Hammer