Klaatu, alias Mr. Carpenter — The Day the Earth Stood Still Character Profile

About Klaatu, alias Mr. Carpenter

Alien envoy from a planetary alliance, disguised as a human to understand Earth before delivering a warning.

Klaatu, alias Mr. Carpenter — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Alien

Abilities

Advanced technology, Rapid healing, Diplomatic negotiation, Scientific mastery, Leadership

• Strength: 3/10
• Intelligence: 10/10
• Charisma: 8/10
• Morality: 9/10
• Influence: 9/10

Quick Facts about Klaatu, alias Mr. Carpenter

Nationality

Mars

Origin

Mars

Klaatu, alias Mr. Carpenter appears in 2 titles

• The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951)
• The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008) — character page

Character Facts

Played by

Michael Rennie

Appears in

The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (1)

• Klaatu, alias Mr. Carpenter — related — Gort (Lock Martin)

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