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The Black Cat (1934)

Movie ★ 6.7 65 min

Horror Thriller

After a road accident in Hungary, the American honeymooners Joan and Peter and the enigmatic Dr. Werdegast find refuge in the house of the famed architect Hjalmar Poelzig, who shares a dark past with the doctor.

Edgar G. Ulmer Director

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Quick facts

Released
May 7, 1934
Runtime
65 min
Budget
$95,745
Box office
$236,000
IMDb
tt0024894

Themes

Cast

Boris Karloff Boris Karloff Hjalmar Poelzig Bela Lugosi Bela Lugosi Dr. Vitus Werdegast David Manners David Manners Peter Alison Julie Bishop Julie Bishop Joan Alison Egon Brecher Egon Brecher The Majordomo Harry Cording Harry Cording Thamal Lucille Lund Lucille Lund Karen Henry Armetta Henry Armetta The Sergeant Albert Conti Albert Conti The Lieutenant John Carradine John Carradine Cult Organist John George John George Cultist (uncredited) Albert Pollet Waiter (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Black Cat about?
After a road accident in Hungary, the American honeymooners Joan and Peter and the enigmatic Dr. Werdegast find refuge in the house of the famed architect Hjalmar Poelzig, who shares a dark past with the doctor.
Who directed The Black Cat?
The Black Cat was directed by Edgar G. Ulmer.
Who stars in The Black Cat?
The Black Cat stars Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, David Manners, Julie Bishop.
When was The Black Cat released?
The Black Cat is a 1934 horror, thriller film.
Where can I watch The Black Cat?
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