This is an original Japanese FRAMED pamphlet-poster from the first release of The War of the Worlds in 1953.
The artwork for the poster is set in a cream-colored mount and dark brown frame, complementing its design fantastically. The poster is extremely rare and in demand by collectors of classic Science Fiction.
This size of poster can be displayed anywhere, it is ideal for an office desk, or at home. This poster comes framed and will make a beautiful gift for family, friend or.... yourself!
A dazzling and rare Japanese B5-sized poster pamphlet for The War of the Worlds (宇宙戦争), the landmark 1953 sci-fi classic from producer George Pal. This explosive design captures the terror and spectacle of H.G. Wells’ alien invasion tale, with Martian war machines obliterating a bridge in a fiery assault, beams of destructive energy crossing the skies, and panicked humans below.
The vibrant striped border and classic hand-tinted imagery evoke the era’s Cold War anxieties and postwar fascination with space and technology. Featuring Gene Barry and Ann Robinson, the film’s Academy Award-winning visual effects helped define 1950s Hollywood science fiction and left a lasting legacy on genre cinema.
This original Japanese pamphlet would have been sold at cinemas during the film’s theatrical run in Japan, offering fans a collectible blend of artwork, cast details, and film info in Japanese. An essential item for collectors of mid-century sci-fi, kaiju-era influences, or Cold War pop culture.
This poster is in excellent condition. Please refer to the imagery (both front and back) as this is the exact poster that is for sale.
It is over 72 years old!
It is not a reproduction or a reprint.
Certificate of Authenticity included.