This special limited edition spot gloss slipcover (designed by Robert Sammelin) is limited to 3,000 units and is only available on our website and at select indie retailers. Absolutely no major retailers will be stocking them.
Welcome Vinegar Syndrome Labs (VSL) to the VS Sub-Label family! As with each of our sub-labels we are hoping to expand and defy expectations with the diversity of films we restore and release. As the name implies, VSL will serve as a kind of testing area for releasing genres and eras of film that one might not immediately expect to come from VS. The ultimate objective of VSL will be to see if these types of films will find an audience, and if so, pursue and release more of them…and even if not, still serve as a means of restoring more of the weird, rare, and unusual movies you might not expect from Vinegar Syndrome.
In a secret space mission, a joint team of US and UK rocketmen hurtle into space to explore the thirteenth moon of Jupiter. Enshrouded in both fog and mystery, only this moon has the potential to sustain life as we know it. Upon landing, these five explorers encounter not only the remnants of Atlantis, but over a dozen nubile maidens and their "father" Prasus. Eager to launch New Atlantis but without enough men to help populate the society, Prasus is overjoyed to receive these male guests. While the rocket crew can hardly believe their good fortune, this lunar paradise is regularly menaced by a surly monster known only as The Creature, and trusting Prasus may lead to their deep space doom! A cheery relic of genre film past, FIRE MAIDENS OF OUTER SPACE is a delirious classic of 1950s sci-fi, when only a vague concept of astronomy and the lure of women alone could fill the right kind of theater. American Cy Roth (Combat Squad) wrote, produced, and directed this British production with fellow American Anthony Dexter (The Phantom Planet, Valentino) playing team leader Luther Blair. Also featuring Paul Carpenter (Intent to Kill, The Unholy Four) as the ship's captain and Susan Shaw (Blonde Blackmailer, Carry On Nurse) as Hestia, the maiden who's caught Blair's eye and just may help the team return to Earth. Vinegar Syndrome Labs proudly presents this beloved atomic age romp on Blu-ray in a new 4K scan and restoration.
directed by: Cy Roth starring: Anthony Dexter, Susan Shaw, Paul Carpenter, Jacqueline Curtis, Harry Fowler, Sydney Tafler 1956 / 81 min / 1.37:1 / English Mono
Additional info:
Region A Blu-ray
Scanned and restored in 4K from its 35mm fine grain master
Commentary track with film historians/writers Jonathan Rigby and Kevin Lyons
Commentary track with film writers Chris Shields and Sarah Fensom
"One Step Back: Sci-Fi’s Regressive Outliers" (12 min) - a new video essay by Dr. Sabina Stent
"The Fire Maidens: Another Look at the Starlets" (7 min) - a new video essay by Benjamin Tucker
Reversible sleeve artwork
English SDH subtitles
Overall rating: 4.29 / 5 from 100 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
This limited edition Blu-ray release of 'Fire Maidens of Outer Space' is a top-notch addition to the Vinegar Syndrome Labs line, featuring a 4K scan and restoration from its 35mm fine grain master. Customers appreciate the informative commentary and features provided by film historians, along with the stunning appearance of the women in the film. The movie itself is highly regarded as a fun and classic addition to the VSL catalog.
"The release is top notch, with great picture quality, sound, and features." — Ben W.
"Release looks great and has a colorful and fun slipcover." — Tait K.
"Good informative commentary and features." — Kenneth C.
Reviews
Very cool movie title
"Fantastic slipcover art, very pulpy sci fi I love it. The story it’s very good but I appreciate it. It’s a 50s time capsule. The special features include two commentary tracks which is fantastic."
— Gustavo M. (5/5)
Future Past from Outer Space
"More inessential essential ‘50s sci-fi. Some of us never get sick of this stuff. Nice visual essays and a wonderful slipcover."
— Kenneth F. (4/5)
fun clunker
"This adventure is a 6/10 for me, but I love the restorations of such clunky, mid-century sci-fi adventures VS has been doing. The new slipcover art is great & the quality of the film's presentation is probably better than it deserves. Happy to own this edition."
— Isaac W. (4/5)
Scratches that old timey sci fi itch
"wonderfully inept 1950s atomic-age clunker that ranks among the ultimate "so bad it's good" camp classics. Cover art is delicious."
— Kevin G. (5/5)
You could just make whatever back then huh
"Great art on a beautiful slipcover for an absolute nothing of a movie. It's at least a true-to-life slice of what most sci-fi was like back then, although I have to assume few things were this mediocre without looping back around to being kind of funny. At least it's only about an hour long."
— Kelsey G. (3/5)
Archaic, but fun
"Weird, little relic from another time. It's very clear what the filmmakers were going for here, so any pretensions of seriousness should be sacrificed into the fire pit. In a weird way, it feels like a non-nude precursor to Doris Wishman's Nude On the Moon. Also, it's always fun to see a movie covered on MST3K get the restoration treatment."
— Carlos E. (5/5)
Fire Maidens of Outer Space
"Grew up watching sci-fi movies, so anytime I can add them to my collection is a must. Am hoping Vinegar Syndrome continues to release more."
— Kathy L. (5/5)
Burn, Baby, Burn . . In SPACE!
"Fine slice of prime 50s scifi, probably not a surprise the film is less about mind-blowing sfx and more diaphanous robes and modern dance. Commentary is a lot of fun, too!"
— William Z. (5/5)
Beam Me Up
"Fire Maidens of Outer Space is a gloriously awkward slice of low-budget sci-fi that leans into its own ridiculousness. The wooden acting and clunky effects are part of the charm, making it more fun as a curiosity than a serious film. It’s the kind of movie best enjoyed with friends, a sense of humor, and very low expectations."
— Shawn M. (4/5)
Dumb fun
"Turn your mind off and enjoy!"
— Chris S. (4/5)
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