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Charles Lamont

Charles Lamont (5 May 1895 – 12 September 1993) was an American film director who worked in Hollywood from the 1920s through the 1950s. He is best known for his work in classic Hollywood productions, particularly in the comedy and musical genres. He directed several films, including Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein, Buck Privates, and Hold That Ghost. He was also a successful screenwriter and wrote several screenplays, including The Invisible Woman and The Ghost of Frankenstein. He passed away in 1993 at the age of 98.

Publicity still for Abbott and Costello Meet Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde 1953
Films

Abbott and Costello Meet Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde 1953

Abbott and Costello Meet Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde 1953 sees the famous comedy duo getting caught up in the madness of Dr. Jekyll’s transformation into the evil Mr. Hyde, leading to comedic hijinks and chaos.

Publicity still for Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951
Films

Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951

Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951 sees the comedic duo unwittingly becomes involved in a murder case and must rely on the help of an invisible boxer to clear their names.

Publicity still for Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy 1955
Films

Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy 1955

Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy 1955 showcases the duo’s hilarious and dangerous adventure with the undead Mummy Klaris.

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A scene from The Mummy's Curse 1944
Films

The Mummy’s Curse 1944

The Mummy’s Curse 1944 tells the story of a mummy that is brought to life and seeks revenge on those who have disturbed its tomb.

The Old Dark House 1931 Publicity Still
Films

The Old Dark House 1932

The Old Dark House 1932 follows a group of travellers who seek refuge in a creepy mansion during a storm and encounter a bizarre family with dark secrets.

Bela Lugosi in a scene from Murders in the Rue Morgue 1932
Films

Murders in the Rue Morgue 1932

Murders in the Rue Morgue 1932 stars Bela Lugosi as a mad doctor who kidnaps and kills young Parisian women in an effort to crossbreed humans with apes!

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A publicity still for Calling Dr Death 1943

Calling Dr Death 1943

A scene from Horror Island 1941

Horror Island 1941

Scene from Dracula (Spanish Version) 1931

Dracula (Spanish Version) 1931

Lon Chaney Jr in a scene from Man Made Monster 1941

Man Made Monster 1941

Spotlight on Universal Monsters
Publicity still for Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951

Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951

Films

Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951 sees the comedic duo unwittingly becomes involved in a murder case and must rely on the help of an invisible boxer to clear their names.

Scene from Invisible Agent 1942

Invisible Agent 1942

Films

Invisible Agent 1942 depicts the grandson of the original Invisible Man aiding the Allied forces in World War II.

Publicity still for Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein 1948

Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein 1948

1940s

Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein 1948 sees the comedic duo take on the Universal Monsters. In anyone else’s hands this would have demeaning, But for some strange reason, it has become one of the greatest Universal horror films of all time!

Scene from Bride of Frankenstein 1931

Bride of Frankenstein 1935

Films

Bride of Frankenstein 1935 follows the monster created by Dr. Frankenstein as he searches for companionship and the doctor’s attempts to create a mate for him.

A scene from The Invisible Man Returns 1939

The Invisible Man Returns 1939

Films

The Invisible Man Returns 1939 follows the story of a man is falsely accused of murder and uses the invisibility serum to escape from prison and clear his name, leading to a thrilling and dangerous chase to catch the real killer.

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