photography took place from November 8–20, 1956. Reception Columbia Pictures released The Night the World Exploded theatrically as a double bill with The Giant Claw (1957). Critical reception was not positive, with Hal Erickson of The New York Times later commenting, "Despite all the scientific doublespeak, 'The Night the World Exploded' is doggedly non-intellectual in its execution and appeal." Film critic Leonard Maltin noted that the film disappointed: "Scientists discover a strange, exploding mineral that threatens to bring about title catastrophe and rush to prevent it. OK idea hampered by low budget." See also List of American films of 1957 References Bibliography Walker, John, ed. Halliwell's Who's Who in the Movies (14th ed.). New York: HarperResource, 1997. . External links Review of film at Variety 1957 films 1950s science fiction films American science fiction films American black-and-white films Columbia Pictures films Films directed by Fred F. Sears Films shot in Los Angeles County, California Films shot in New Mexico 1950s English-language films 1950s American films