The Ghost of Frankenstein
“NEW THRILLS as the Monster stalks again!”
Frankenstein's unscrupulous colleague, Dr. Bohmer, plans to transplant Ygor's brain so he can rule the world using the monster's body, but the plan goes sour when he turns malevolent and goes on a rampage.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Brazil | Oldflix | — |
| Japan | — | FOD |
About The Ghost of Frankenstein
The Ghost of Frankenstein is a 1942 English-language horror and science fiction film directed by Erle C. Kenton. The cast is led by Cedric Hardwicke, Ralph Bellamy, Lionel Atwill. It has a runtime of 1h 8m. Viewers rate it 5.8/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Ghost of Frankenstein was produced by Universal Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on March 13, 1942.
- Director
- Erle C. Kenton
- Writers
- Scott Darling
- Release date
- March 13, 1942
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $0 million
- Production
- Universal Pictures
The Ghost of Frankenstein cast & crew
The Ghost of Frankenstein was directed by Erle C. Kenton and written by Scott Darling.
The cast features Cedric Hardwicke as Dr. Ludwig Frankenstein / Dr. Henry Frankenstein (ghostly image), Ralph Bellamy as Erik Ernst, Lionel Atwill as Dr. Bohmer, Bela Lugosi as Ygor, Evelyn Ankers as Elsa Frankenstein, and Lon Chaney Jr. as The Frankenstein Monster.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Hans J. Salter, cinematography is by Elwood Bredell, and it was produced by George Waggner.
Is The Ghost of Frankenstein worth watching?
The Ghost of Frankenstein holds an audience score of 5.8/10 from 175 ratings, a more divisive horror films.
At 1h 8m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy horror and science fiction, The Ghost of Frankenstein is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of The Ghost of Frankenstein
Cedric Hardwicke
Dr. Ludwig Frankenstein / Dr. Henry Frankenstein (ghostly image)
Ralph Bellamy
Erik Ernst
Lionel Atwill
Dr. Bohmer
Bela Lugosi
Ygor
Evelyn Ankers
Elsa Frankenstein
Lon Chaney Jr.
The Frankenstein Monster
Janet Ann Gallow
Cloestine Hussman
Barton Yarborough
Dr. Kettering
Doris Lloyd
Martha the Housekeeper
Leyland Hodgson
Chief Constable
Olaf Hytten
Adolph Hussman
Holmes Herbert
Magistrate
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The Ghost of Frankenstein — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Ghost of Frankenstein in United States?
The Ghost of Frankenstein is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is The Ghost of Frankenstein in?
The Ghost of Frankenstein is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Ghost of Frankenstein?
The Ghost of Frankenstein runs 1 hours 8 minutes (68 minutes).
▸What is The Ghost of Frankenstein rated?
It holds a 5.8/10 audience score from 175 ratings.
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