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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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Scene from Frankenstein 1931
Films

Frankenstein 1931

Frankenstein 1931 follows the classic story of a scientist creates a monster from the body parts of corpses and brings it to life, leading to tragic consequences for all involved.

Scene from Pillow of Death 1945
Films

Pillow of Death 1945

Pillow of Death 1945 follows a lawyer’s investigation into a murder case with connections to the supernatural.

Publicity still from Creature from the Black Lagoon 1954
Films

Creature from the Black Lagoon 1954

Creature from the Black Lagoon 1954 depicts a scientific expedition’s encounter with a prehistoric amphibious creature in the Amazon.

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A publicity still for Frankenstein Meets The Wolf Man 1943

Frankenstein Meets The Wolf Man 1943

Lon Chaney Jr in a scene from Man Made Monster 1941

Man Made Monster 1941

Publicity still for Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951

Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man 1951

Acquanetta goes through some changes in this scene from Captive Wild Woman 1943

Captive Wild Woman 1943

Spotlight on Universal Monsters
Scene from The Invisible Man 1933

The Invisible Man 1933

Films

The Invisible Man 1933 follows a scientist who becomes invisible and goes insane, posing a threat to those around him.

Universal Frankenstein Ranked

Universal’s 8 Frankenstein Films Ranked

Horror Film Lists

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

John Carradine in a scene from House of Dracula 1945

House of Dracula 1945

Films

House of Dracula 1945 sees Count Dracula seeking a cure for his vampirism at the castle of Dr. Edelman, leading to dangerous encounters with other monstrous creations.

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.

Gloria Holden in Dracula's Daughter 1936

Dracula’s Daughter 1936

Films

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.

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