The Black Cat

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19341h 5m6.7(312 votes)

HorrorThriller

Synopsis

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.

The Black Cat (1934) is a horror and thriller film directed by Edgar G. Ulmer. It stars Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, and David Manners. The film runs for 1 hour 5 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.7 out of 10 from 312 votes.

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Director

Edgar G. Ulmer

Cast

Boris Karloff

Hjalmar Poelzig

Bela Lugosi

Dr. Vitus Werdegast

David Manners

Peter Alison

Julie Bishop

Joan Alison

Egon Brecher

The Majordomo

Harry Cording

Thamal

Lucille Lund

Karen

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Black Cat

Where can I watch The Black Cat?

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Who stars in The Black Cat?

The Black Cat stars Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi, David Manners, and Julie Bishop, and was directed by Edgar G. Ulmer.

How long is The Black Cat?

The Black Cat has a runtime of 1 hour 5 minutes.

When did The Black Cat come out?

The Black Cat was released in 1934.

What genre is The Black Cat?

The Black Cat is a horror and thriller film.

Is The Black Cat worth watching?

The Black Cat holds an average audience score of 6.7 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.