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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 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.

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.

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Scene from Werewolf of London 1935
Films

Werewolf of London 1935

Werewolf of London 1935 sees a botanist, who is bitten by a werewolf during a trip to Tibet, forced to find a cure before the next full moon.

Publicity Still for Abbott and Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff 1949
Films

Abbott and Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff 1949

Abbott and Costello Meet the Killer, Boris Karloff 1949 follows the duo’s involvement in a murder case at a creepy hotel, with Boris Karloff as a suspicious guest.

Scene from The Phantom of the Opera 1925
Films

The Phantom of the Opera 1925

The Phantom of the Opera 1925 was one of Lon Chaney Sr’s defining roles. His portrayal of the hideous Erik the Phantom has brought terror to audiences for almost a century!

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Publicity still for This Island Earth 1955

This Island Earth 1955

A publicity still for The Land Unknown 1957

The Land Unknown 1957

Scene from The Mummy's Ghost 1944

The Mummy’s Ghost 1944

A publicity still for Calling Dr Death 1943

Calling Dr Death 1943

Spotlight on Universal Monsters
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.

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.

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!

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.

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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