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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 Ghost of Frankenstein 1942
Films

The Ghost of Frankenstein 1942

The Ghost of Frankenstein 1942 depicts Dr Ludwig Frankenstein’s attempt to restore the monster, leading to new terror.

A scene from The Man Who Laughs 1928
Films

The Man Who Laughs 1928

The Man Who Laughs 1928 is based on Victor Hugo’s novel about a disfigured performer in 17th century England who struggles with his identity, class, and love.

Scene from The Raven 1935
Films

The Raven 1935

The Raven 1935 is about a retired surgeon who becomes fixated on Edgar Allan Poe’s poem and uses torture and murder to seek revenge.

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Scene from The Mummy's Ghost 1944

The Mummy’s Ghost 1944

Universal Frankenstein Ranked

Universal’s 8 Frankenstein Films Ranked

A scene from The Ghost of Frankenstein 1942

The Ghost of Frankenstein 1942

Publicity still from Creature from the Black Lagoon 1954

Creature from the Black Lagoon 1954

Spotlight on Universal Monsters
A scene from House of Frankenstein 1944

House of Frankenstein 1944

Films

House of Frankenstein 1944 follows a mad scientist who revives Count Dracula, the Wolf Man, and Frankenstein’s monster, leading to chaos and destruction.

Scene from Dracula (Spanish Version) 1931

Dracula (Spanish Version) 1931

Films

Dracula (Spanish Version) 1931 is a Spanish-language version of the English-language film released the same year.

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.

Son of Dracula 1943 scene

Son of Dracula 1943

Films

Son of Dracula 1943 sees Count Alucard, the mysterious and reclusive heir to the Dracula estate, as he arrives in America and begins to seduce and prey upon his unsuspecting victims.

Scene from The Wolf Man 1941

The Wolf Man 1941

Films

The Wolf Man 1941 depicts a man’s struggle after being cursed to become a werewolf.

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