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Universal’s 8 Frankenstein Films Ranked

Let’s rank the Universal’s 8 Frankenstein Horrors from Best to Worst!

Son of Frankenstein 1939

Son of Frankenstein 1939 sees the son of Dr Frankenstein returns to his father’s castle and become embroiled in the family’s dark legacy.

Tower of London 1939

Tower of London 1939 tells the story of Richard III’s rise to power and reign of terror, as he plots against his family and rivals for the throne.

Dracula’s Daughter 1936

Dracula’s Daughter 1936 follows the titular character as she attempts to suppress her vampiric urges and seek a cure for her curse, while being pursued by those who seek to destroy her.

The Brute Man 1946

The Brute Man 1946 stars Rondo Hatton as The Creeper, a former college football star deformed by a laboratory accident, who seeks revenge on those he believes wronged him.

The Hunchback of Notre Dame 1923

The Hunchback of Notre Dame 1923 stars Lon Chaney Sr as Quasimodo, the medieval hunchback who longs for the affections of the beautiful gypsy girl Esmerelda.

The Black Cat 1941 revolves around a young couple who become trapped in the eerie mansion of a twisted architect and his mysterious assistant, where they confront supernatural horrors and the architect’s hidden agenda.

Jungle Woman 1944

Jungle Woman 1944 sees Acquanetta return to her gorilla girl role in this sequel to 1943’s Captive Wild Woman!

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The Mummy’s Ghost 1944

The Mummy’s Ghost 1944 follows an Egyptian high priestess’s attempt to reunite with her lover, the mummy Kharis, leading to a string of murders and a quest to stop the curse.

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The Leech Woman 1960

The Leech Woman 1960 was the last unofficial Universal Horror, made to play alongside Hammer’s The Brides of Dracula. But the low-budget B&W horror paled in comparison with the colourful British vampire film.