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Phantom of the Opera

"The screen's classic of terror!"

August 12, 1943 1h 29m 6.2/10 (209 votes)

Originally released in 1943. Phantom of the Opera is a horror/romance film. directed by Arthur Lubin. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Nelson Eddy, Susanna Foster, and Claude Rains

Synopsis

Following a tragic accident that leaves him disfigured, crazed composer Erique Claudin transformed into a masked phantom who schemes to make beautiful young soprano Christine Dubois the star of the opera and wreak revenge on those who stole his music.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 12, 1943 82 years ago
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Runtime 1h 29m 89 minutes total
User Rating 6.2/10 Good (209 votes)
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Budget $1.5M Production budget
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$1,500,000

Production Companies

  • Universal Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Phantom of the Opera about?

Following a tragic accident that leaves him disfigured, crazed composer Erique Claudin transformed into a masked phantom who schemes to make beautiful young soprano Christine Dubois the star of the...

Who directed Phantom of the Opera?

Phantom of the Opera was directed by Arthur Lubin.

How long is Phantom of the Opera?

Phantom of the Opera has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).

When was Phantom of the Opera released?

Phantom of the Opera was released on August 12, 1943 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Phantom of the Opera?

The main cast of Phantom of the Opera includes Nelson Eddy, Susanna Foster, Claude Rains, Edgar Barrier, Leo Carrillo.

Is Phantom of the Opera worth watching?

Phantom of the Opera has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 209 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.